Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Michael Sanchez, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 129000
- NPI
- 1104557131
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- California
These details come from information Michael supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Michael
Michael Sanchez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with three years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
He uses straightforward, action-focused work to help people manage symptoms and daily demands. That can mean practical coping strategies for anxiety, step-by-step plans for mood management, or short exercises to reduce impulsivity. Conversations are direct and solution-oriented, with follow-up tasks to try between sessions.
Narrative techniques are used to help clients make sense of their life stories and shift unhelpful patterns. Michael also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thinking patterns and how they affect feelings and behavior. Solution-Focused Therapy helps set clear goals and small measurable steps toward them.
The approach balances listening with concrete skills. Clients can expect clear suggestions, written notes or homework when helpful, and check-ins on progress. Michael pays attention to everyday pressures such as work, money, and role expectations when building plans.
People with attachment concerns, communication or control issues, guilt, shame, or problems around forgiveness may find the work addresses those specific themes. There is also experience addressing men’s issues, midlife concerns, veteran and armed forces issues, money and financial stress, seasonal mood shifts, and self-love.
To start, follow the site flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time, and costs vary by location.
BHow sessions work
How Michael’s approaches translate to online sessions
Michael uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. In one or two steps this can reduce anxiety or improve mood by breaking problems into manageable parts. Narrative Therapy is used to reframe a person’s story and identify recurring themes that keep problems in place, which can help when patterns feel stuck.He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to keep sessions goal-directed and time-efficient. That approach is useful when someone wants clear, short-term steps and measurable progress. Choosing the best mix of approaches is a collaborative process; the therapist will discuss options, try methods, and adjust based on what is helping most.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Many people find online work useful because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and make it easier to schedule short check-ins. If you need help deciding how to structure sessions around work, family, or other commitments, the therapist will discuss practical options during the initial match and first session.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and money problems.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a practical, collaborative style combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused methods. Sessions focus on clear goals, concrete strategies, and follow-up tasks.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working as a clinician. That time has been spent focusing on mood, trauma-related concerns, and behavioral patterns.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California. His practice is based in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up flow.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The site will guide you through the next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers