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Sandry Esquivel

Sandry Esquivel, LMFT

Therapist in California

Supportive therapist for relationship and life change challenges

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9 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English, Spanish languages

  • Relationship focus
  • Family conflict help
  • English and Spanish

About Sandry

Sandry Esquivel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with nine years of experience. She focuses on helping people navigate relationship strains, family conflict, anger, self esteem concerns, and major life changes. Sandry speaks English and Spanish and frames the work as a partnership where the client is the expert on their own story.

She draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to help people address addiction-related challenges, communication problems, and blended family issues. Sessions often involve talking through difficult moments, learning new ways to respond, and building on strengths already present in a persons life. The aim is steady progress rather than overnight fixes.

Sandry also supports people dealing with guilt and shame, immigration-related stress, HIV / AIDS concerns, and workplace strain. She has experience with hospice and end-of-life counseling and with process addictions such as gambling, exercise, or pornography. Her approach is straightforward and focused on concrete steps clients can try between sessions.

Clients can expect a calm, supportive presence that encourages practical problem solving. Sandry emphasizes small, manageable changes that fit into everyday life. She encourages people to recognize their strengths and use them to move toward a more satisfying day-to-day.

To begin, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule based on the therapists availability. Sandry works to create a collaborative plan that fits each persons goals and circumstances.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Sandry uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and problem solving. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful patterns in relationships and practicing new communication habits to reduce conflict and frustration. Another approach centers on coping strategies for strong emotions like anger or shame, teaching ways to pause, notice triggers, and choose different responses. These methods help with relationship strain, family issues, process addictions, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sandry collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan if something isnt helpful, so the process stays tailored and practical.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten a check-in when time is limited, and reduce travel time. It also allows people to keep consistent appointments through moves or schedule changes. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and home practice to the online setting so progress continues between sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Women's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Sandry address?

She helps with relationship strain, family conflict, anger, self esteem issues, and coping with life changes, along with related concerns such as workplace stress and guilt.

How would you describe Sandry's therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on concrete steps, improving communication, and building on a person's existing strengths.

What is her professional background?

She has nine years of professional experience working with addictions, family issues, relationship problems, and anger management.

Where is Sandry licensed to practice?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California.

Which languages are offered in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Sandry?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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