Michael Sanchez, LCSW
Helping people rewrite stressful stories
Details
| Name | Michael Sanchez |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | California |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Years in practice | 3 |
About Michael
Michael Sanchez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. He speaks English and Spanish and focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions. Michael works with individual adults who want clearer thinking and steadier emotions.
He uses Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from painful stories and look at life from a different angle. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build small, useful changes fast.
Background and approach
Sessions are conversational and aim to produce concrete strategies you can try right away. Michael keeps sessions straightforward. He listens first, then helps set short-term goals.
He offers ways to handle impulses, reduce shame and guilt, rebuild self-esteem, and address relationship communication and attachment concerns. The focus is on what works for each person in daily life. With three years of experience, he brings a calm, direct style that balances encouragement with accountability.
He helps people dealing with money stress, career transitions, midlife concerns, and issues connected to military service. Expect clear homework, skill practice, and regular check-ins on progress. Appointments can be by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging.
Michael will work with clients to pick approaches and tools that fit their goals and routines.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem among the things Michael works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Michael directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Michael directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Narrative and Practical Work Come Together Online
Michael uses Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from unhelpful stories about who they are and what they must do. That can free up new ways to make choices when dealing with anxiety, shame, or relationship problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different actions to change mood and behavior. It is useful for depression, anxiety, and impulsivity. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, immediate steps that move a person toward their goals and build momentum.Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Michael treats this as a shared process - he and the client review what helps, try methods in sessions, and adjust based on real results and preferences. The goal is to find tools that fit daily life and the client’s goals rather than sticking to one single method.
Online therapy offers flexibility to fit sessions into busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging can support quick check-ins, brief coaching, and ongoing skill practice between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent and practical for everyday life.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Michael help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. He also focuses on issues like self-esteem, impulsivity, and communication problems.
How does he approach therapy?
His style is collaborative and action-oriented, combining Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to create practical steps clients can use between sessions.
What is his background and experience?
Michael is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with three years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, trauma-related issues, and life transitions.
Where is he licensed and located?
He holds a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential noted as CA LCSW and practices in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish for people who prefer either language.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different routines and needs.
How does billing and cost work?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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