Edwin Sanchez , LPC

Edwin Sanchez is an Arizona-licensed LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with 10 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. He is fluent in English and Spanish and has lived and worked in several countries across Latin America, gaining experience with diverse ethnic groups and multicultural concerns. He holds two master’s degrees - one in professional counseling and one in substance abuse counseling - which inform a practice grounded in both counseling theory and addiction work.

Edwin’s clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self-esteem, and depression, and he also addresses related concerns such as first responder and veteran issues, immigration matters, hoarding, obsessive-compulsive patterns, process addictions, sexual dysfunction, and experiences of prejudice and discrimination. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to match individual needs and circumstances.

Edwin emphasizes practical, collaborative work aimed at empowering clients to make meaningful changes. He encourages the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to support clients through motivation, skill-building, and thoughtful guidance as they pursue their goals.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches in Online Care

Edwin commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the client’s experience, offering empathy, active listening, and support to help people explore their values and goals - it is often helpful for building self-esteem, navigating grief, and strengthening motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, compulsions, and addictive behaviors.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine methods to match each person’s needs, and Edwin works collaboratively with clients to determine which strategies best fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances.

Online therapy with Edwin offers flexible, accessible ways to engage in that collaborative work. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose formats that fit their schedules and comfort levels. This range of options supports continuity of care and makes it easier for people to practice skills and receive support from wherever they are.