- Values-based work
- Mindfulness practice
- Sleep-related help
About Russ
Russ Sanders is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of practice in Georgia. He holds a master’s degree in psychology from the University of West Georgia and brings a straightforward, steady presence for people facing stress, mood struggles, substance concerns, grief, and sleep disruption.
He emphasizes mindfulness and values-centered work. Sessions focus on helping people notice what matters, try manageable changes, and build routines that support better rest and day-to-day functioning. He describes therapy as a shared process and aims to meet people where they are without judgment.
Russ uses several approaches to match each person’s needs, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, mindfulness exercises, and existential reflection. These tools are used to address anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strains, parenting stress, and sleep problems among other concerns.
His background includes individual and group work, plus experience with assessment and evaluation. He has also supported people working through substance use and co-occurring conditions, and he completed training as a grief counselor. Those experiences inform how he structures sessions and sets practical goals with clients.
People choosing Russ can expect calm, direct conversation and an emphasis on building small, realistic steps. He helps with coping skills, improving sleep habits, and figuring out values-based goals that fit daily life. Start-up steps are kept simple so conversations can move quickly to the issues that matter most.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to someone and taking small actions toward those values. It can help with anxiety, depression, addiction patterns, and sleep habits by shifting attention to workable daily steps.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes attentive, nonjudgmental listening so the person can explore feelings and make choices at their own pace. This approach is useful for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and addressing parenting or identity concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Russ aims to find what fits each person. He will collaborate on goals, try different strategies, and adjust based on what helps the client feel and function better over time.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during work breaks or evenings. Depending on the formats offered, online work can support regular check-ins, guided mindfulness practice, and coaching around sleep routines. Because the biography does not specify which session formats are provided, confirm current options before booking so you know how sessions will take place.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this therapist address?
Russ helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, grief, sleep problems, relationship and parenting strains, and related life changes.
How would you describe the therapy style?
He uses a practical, calm approach that combines acceptance, mindfulness, and client-centered listening to set achievable goals and improve day-to-day functioning.
What is his clinical experience?
Russ has 11 years of experience working in the greater Atlanta area with individual clients and groups and with assessment and evaluation tasks.
What credentials and location apply?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with a master’s degree in psychology from the University of West Georgia.
Which languages are supported or international options?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether online or in-person formats are offered.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.