My name is Johanna, I am a clinical social worker licensed in the states of Maryland and Virginia. I received my master’s degree in Social work from the University of Southern California in 2015. I am bilingual and have experience providing successful counseling in Spanish. I have provided treatment in a variety of settings such as outpatient, community, online and crisis intervention centers. I specialize working with children, adolescents and adults who are having difficulties due to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. I have also worked with people diagnosed with PTSD, as well as different types of psychotic and personality disorders. I have helped people who experienced trauma, low-esteem, identity questioning, adjustment difficulties, life changing events and grief. I have provided crisis intervention for people in crisis and high risk situations as well as support for families of people with mental illnesses.
I work closely with individuals to create a strong therapeutic relationship, one in which they can feel safe and supported. I use cognitive and integrative approaches to create awareness and meet the individuals where they are. I use different interventions and work from a person centered approach. I believe that you are the only expert in your own life and with the appropriate tools will take the leading role. Through supportive, collaborative and interactive sessions I can help you gain greater insight, change your perspective, adopt new behaviors and connect with others. My goal is to guide you and serve you as a tool in your journey to a more productive and joyful life. I strongly believe that through therapy one can develop the skills necessary to overcome obstacles and make significant life changes and live more satisfying and successful life.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Family Problems, Mood disorders , Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MD LCSW-C 22445
VA LCSW 0904011291
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Johanna is an expert counselor who uses her skills to help clients improve and grow. She has helped me immensely and I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Feb 05, 2021 after therapy with Johanna for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Johanna is a great counselor! They have a knack for being super reassuring, and is super refreshing to talk to. Johanna has already helped me build up tools to use for my anxiety in just a few sessions.
Written on Aug 30, 2020 after therapy with Johanna for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Johanna’s really patient, calm, and insightful! I enjoy working with her.
Written on Aug 21, 2020 after therapy with Johanna for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
She is an excellent listener, very intuitive and understanding. I have benefited a lot from our sessions and would recommend her to anyone seeking practical advice and compassion from their therapist.
Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Johanna for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've have had her for two sessions and it's been revealing and reflective.
Written on Jun 17, 2020 after therapy with Johanna for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
J. Sanchez does an incredible job teaching how to manage emotions. I was unsure about therapy, afraid to ask for help, not sure if I could even benefit, but it's been worth it thanks to her expertise. Absolutely recommend.
Written on May 29, 2020 after therapy with Johanna for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes