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Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Sandra V Chavez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
San Francisco, CA 94131
Let's Connect (760) 313-6160
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As a Bilingual therapist, my approach is rooted in the principles of Solution-Focused Therapy, a model that emphasizes clients’ strengths, resilience, and innate capacity for change. Rather than focusing primarily on problems or pathology, I work collaboratively with clients to identify meaningful goals and explore practical steps toward achieving them. At the core of my therapeutic style is the belief that clients are the experts in their own lives. I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where they can reflect on what is working, envision their preferred future, and build on existing resources to move forward.
In sessions, I use focused, goal-oriented conversations to clarify what clients want to be different in their lives. These techniques allow us to uncover patterns of success and open up new pathways for growth. While I maintain a solution-focused orientation, I remain flexible and attuned to each client’s unique needs.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower clients to access their strengths, discover meaningful solutions, and create lasting change in their lives. What would you like to work on, improve, or process?
Take the first step to help. Call or Sandra V Chavez now - (760) 313-6160

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94131

(760) 313-6160

Livermore, CA 94551

I offer therapy sessions online via video or telephone. I'm available weekdays.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (760) 313-6160
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94131

(760) 313-6160

Livermore, CA 94551

I offer therapy sessions online via video or telephone. I'm available weekdays.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • ASO Employer Groups
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Kaiser Permanente Northern
  • Magellan
  • Providence Health & Services
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I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem EAP, Blue Shield of CA, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass, Carelon, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross, Independence Blue Cross Penn, Quest, and Magellan. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160
"
I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem EAP, Blue Shield of CA, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass, Carelon, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross, Independence Blue Cross Penn, Quest, and Magellan. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 91419 Sandra Veronica Chavez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 28 years
  • Attended National University, Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology , Graduated 2005
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Golden Key International Honor Society 2019
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I am a PsyD candidate & a registered psychological associate. My goal is to become a licensed psychologist. I possess over 35 years of combined medical & mental health experience. I am bilingual in Spanish and can provide therapy sessions to those who prefer services in their native language
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160
"
I am a PsyD candidate & a registered psychological associate. My goal is to become a licensed psychologist. I possess over 35 years of combined medical & mental health experience. I am bilingual in Spanish and can provide therapy sessions to those who prefer services in their native language
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Infertility
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, situational stressors, and life's twists and turns. Together we will delve deep into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, situational stressors, and life's twists and turns. Together we will delve deep into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I often use Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. I'll help you learn healthy coping skills to help change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160
"
I often use Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. I'll help you learn healthy coping skills to help change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (760) 313-6160

Location

Primary Location

San Francisco, CA 94131

(760) 313-6160

Additional Location

Livermore, CA 94551

(760) 313-6160
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video or telephone. I'm available weekdays.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 313-6160
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video or telephone. I'm available weekdays.
Photo of Sandra V Chavez, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sandra V Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 313-6160