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Michael Sanchez, LCSW

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Michael

Michael Sanchez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who supports people managing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and recovery from trauma and abuse. He uses an empathetic and collaborative stance to help clients clarify goals and build practical skills for everyday challenges.

Background and approach

With three years of clinical experience, he draws on approaches that emphasize problem-solving and personal meaning to promote stronger self-worth and more reliable coping patterns. In sessions he blends encouragement with concrete strategies, helping individuals identify unhelpful patterns and try new behaviors that fit their lives.

His work also attends to related concerns such as attachment or communication difficulties, impulsivity, guilt and shame, and mood or personality struggles. Fluent in English and Spanish and practicing in California, he aims to support clients in developing lasting tools, clearer perspective, and greater confidence in handling transitions and ongoing stressors.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Michael uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Narrative Therapy is also part of his practice, inviting people to explore the stories they tell about themselves and to reframe experiences in ways that promote agency and healing. Solution-Focused Therapy rounds out his approach by concentrating on practical goals and small, achievable steps to produce noticeable change.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative and often evolves over time. He will work with each person to learn about their needs, goals, and preferences, then tailor techniques or mix methods to find what fits best. The process values client input and adjusts as progress and priorities shift.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy times, provide flexible ways to engage in skill practice between meetings, and allow people to choose formats that feel most comfortable for them.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, and related concerns such as self-esteem, impulsivity, and mood disorders.
What is the general therapeutic style and approach?
The approach is empathetic, assertive, and collaborative, combining encouragement with actionable steps drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
He has three years of professional experience working as a licensed social worker with clients in California.
What are the therapist's credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential LCSW and practices in California; the license is recorded as CA LCSW 129000.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered for online work?
Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to connect according to preference and availability.
How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish