Vanessa Sanchez
LPC
Therapy is about creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow. I believe therapy should be a collaborative journey, and I’m honored to walk alongside individuals navigating life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals, teens and children who are seeking help in managing anxiety and depression, working through life transitions and exploring identify development. As a Hispanic clinician, I’m passionate about supporting individuals with multicultural or multiethnic identities, helping them embrace all parts of themselves in a way that feels authentic and empowering. Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or continuing your journey, I’m here to meet you where you are and work alongside you to move forward with confidence and clarity.
Who I work with:
Children 3+
Support emotional expression, self-regulation and healthy development
Separation anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges
Difficulty adjusting to family changes or other life transitions
Parenting support
Play therapy/Sand tray therapy
Adolescents
School-related stress and feelings of overwhelm
Generalized anxiety and social anxiety
Experiencing major life transitions, including high school to college
Exploring identity development and concerns with self esteem
Young Adults
Navigating major life transitions, including post graduation, career changes, and early adulthood
Generalized anxiety and work/life stress
Exploring identity development, including multicultural or multiethnic identity
Exploring cultural stressors and belonging
Areas of Focus
Anxiety and mood related concerns
Stress Management
Identity development and self-esteem
Life transitions
Grief and loss
Multicultural/Immigrant support
Qualifications:
Licensure: Licensed Professional Counselor
Education: Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in children and adolescents from Avila University
Specialties: Anticipated Play Therapy Certification, Children, Adolescents, Individuals
Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Multicultural perspective
Languages: English and Spanish