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Krista Sand(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
New HampshireMassachusetts
Anxiety -Body image-Codependency- Life transitions-Perfectionism- Relationship issues-

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Professional statement

Krista Sand is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, where she works with adults with a focus on women's issues across the lifespan. Krista specializes in supporting clients who want to improve their relationships with others as well as with themselves, manage stress, build useful coping skills and learn to better manage life transitions.

Krista uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Practice, Strengths-Based Perspective, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Krista partners with clients to access their strengths allowing them to gain insight and find solutions. She employs compassion and humor while helping clients reach their personal goals.

As a seasoned Telehealth provider, she offers the convenience of virtual sessions to help make therapy more accessible and easier to fit into busy schedules.

Krista received her Master of Social Work from the University of New Hampshire School of Social Work, where she had a focus in addiction and relationships. In addition to private practice, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings, ranging from transitional housing settings to drug and alcohol treatment centers.


Message to clients

Seeking therapy is a sign of personal strength, not of weakness. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. Often people who engage in therapy are actually doing well in life, but would like to do better in one area or another. Working with a licensed therapist can provide the objective and professional feedback needed to assist in defining challenges, developing goals, and working toward positive change. Benefits of therapy may include improved and more satisfying relationships, increased energy and productivity, and feelings of well-being.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of a successful experience in therapy. I work to build a safe, non-judgmental and trusting environment for clients to explore their issues.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 21 years

Private Practice, Therapist
Merrimack River Medical Services, Therapist
Families in Transition, Therapist

University of New Hampshire, Master of Social Work, 2003

Licensure

Massachusetts: 117507 - New Hampshire: 1317

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Body image - Development of skills for handling negative thoughts about physical appearance; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception.

Codependency - Development of healthy boundaries in relationships; strategies for increasing individual self-esteem and autonomy; coping mechanisms for separation and individuation.

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Perfectionism - Coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, self-criticism, and procrastination; addressing unrealistic expectations of one’s self and negatively comparing self to others

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Krista Sand is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Krista Sand

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$175 (45min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I am an out-of-network provider which means I do not take insurance directly but if you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide you with a Superbill (invoice) that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Clients find the process of submitting simple and doable and if you run into any difficulty I'm here to help. Please reach out and we can discuss your particular health insurance coverage and potential cost of coming to see me.