Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 34 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Domestic Violence, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
Sandy Tustin
(she/her)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor for AR, OK and CT; and LPC Supervisor for OK. I am Certified in Domestic violence and Sexual Assault, with a significant history working with victims/perpetrators; prior Certifications in Sex/Pornography Addiction, as well as Sex Offender Treatment. I am trained, and hold prior certification in Child Forensic Interviewing; and prior work with law enforcement conducting forensic interviews of potential child abuse victims. I am trained in EMDR therapy. I also hold a prior certification in Divorce/Family Court Mediation. I also have a significant history or providing Substance Abuse treatment for adults and adolescents. I provide psychotherapy for individuals, families and groups who are dealing with many mental health concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, parenting training/education, offender treatment, geriatrics, behavioral issues, etc. I am a Non-Denominational Ordained Minister and provide Christian counseling on request. I would enjoy an opportunity to walk beside you and assist you on your journey to healing!
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session we will address any questions that the clients may have about the therapeutic process and what they may expect. We will speck time gather some background information and setting some tentative goals for our time together!
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strength is my vast experience and training in a very wide variety of areas concerning many issues. I am a very compassionate, non-judgmental, person that can quickly recognize a person's potential to achieve health and happiness in their lives. I am extremely committed to my clients and their success in their process of healing.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Often, we do not choose what life hands us. However, we can choose how those things will impact us! I enjoy working with clients who are searching for tools to improve their lives and overcome the obstacles/traumas that may be hindering them. I find it extremely rewarding when my clients overcome the challenges that life has presented to them. It is very satisfying to watch as my client grow and gain the strength to manage their lives in a healthy and productive manner.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Domestic Violence
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anger Management
Depression
Grief
Postpartum
Racism
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Women's Issues
I identify as
Christian
White
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Connecticut
Oklahoma
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $95 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Medica
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Through the use of CBT therapy client's are able to understand the relationship between triggers, thoughts, emotions, and how they result in specific behaviors. Through that realization clients are able to identify troublesome thought patterns and how to challenge and change those thought patterns to alleviate stress and anxiety.
Christian Counseling
I have been a devout Christian for 37 years and I am an ordained Non-Denominational Minister. Client's I believe faith is a power tool that can promote the healing process and for more than 15 years, I have been helping clients identify how faith can be an integral part of their journey to healing. I respect others who do not share the same religious beliefs and am able to provide healthy beneficial treatment for person's of all religions and beliefs.
Trauma-Focused CBT
A have significant experience in providing trauma focused treatment to assist clients in the healing process of trauma caused by a wide variety of situations/triggers.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
In person-centered therapy, the client and the therapist work as a team. The Person-Centered therapist is supportive and nonjudgmental and utilizes techniques such as offering suggestions, and/or solutions for the client's problems. Person-centered therapy is non-directive and is empathetically driven toward providing a person with a safe space to talk, self-actualize (realize your full potential), and make positive changes in their life. Person-Centered therapy can be beneficial in dealing with issues such as anxiety, Psychosis, Dementia, Depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder and Other mood disorders.
11 ratings with written reviews
January 5, 2026
I had my first session this morning. Great! Very positive! Already giving me things which can help.
Verified client, age 55-64
September 1, 2025
Very warm hearted and warm feeling, and really amazing to talk to.
Verified client, age 18-24
August 12, 2025
Sandy helped validated how I was feeling and less crazy about everything that is going on.