I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California, along with being a Certified Life Coach. I have 17 years of professional work experience in the mental health field working with a wide variety of disorders, life, career, and relational challenges. I also have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life challenges.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe it is important to incorporate a life that is balanced with self care emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Through a supportive and collaborative experience, my clients will experience a process of self discovery, inner healing, insight and awareness, cognitive mindset shift, cultivate their inner gifts and purpose, and be inspired to grow and succeed. Additionally, I help clients learn how to become positive impactful leaders in their professional roles, teams, and in their community.
I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs/goals. Taking the first step to healing and seeking a more happier and healthier you takes courage. You are headed in the right direction and I am here to support you in that process.
Nurture. Heal. Cultivate. Thrive!
Professional experience
15 yrs in practice
Trauma, AbuseGriefSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues
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Dr. Lorraine Sanchez has been a tremendous help during my moment of need. I have been experiencing a truly challenging time as a full time working mom and Dr. Sanchez not only listened sincerely to my concerns, but offered guidance on next steps, clinical reasoning that addressed why I might be experiencing what I was, and honestly, she provided a safe space to get the help I needed. I’m truly grateful for my time with her.
Written on May 12, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I like this therapist a lot. I feel like she understands what I am going through. I started about a month ago but I’m glad that I was assigned to Lorraine.
Written on May 02, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Lorraine’s method of therapy is the best I have ever had. I’ve been doing therapy for almost 12 years with multiple different people.
Written on Apr 27, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and adhd
Lorraine is a great listener and makes me feel seen and validated. There is no judgement and I feel safe when speaking with her.
Written on Apr 08, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is great
Written on Feb 04, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Lorraine Sanchez is an experienced and considerate therapist. I feel very lucky to have found someone I could relate to, feel secure with, and trust.
Written on Jan 14, 2026 after therapy with Lorraine for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great help in navigating a transitional journey in your life especially when you are having multiple family member involvement. She is always a calming attitude with me and has a very great insight on what you can work on for the week. Also just a great listening person so you can vent :)
Written on Oct 23, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
Excellent ans very compassionate
Written on Oct 20, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is awesome!
Written on Sep 21, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lorraine is incredibly supportive, understanding, and knowledgeable in her methods of treatment. I’ve been able to relate to her easily, and she has helped me work through personal issues from my childhood as well as in my relationship as a couple. She provides practical tools that I can use to help myself beyond our sessions. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking therapy.
Written on Sep 18, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Lorraine is very knowledgeable and helpful in navigating my grief and has already helped me with just one session.
Written on Jul 14, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks
Thank you Lorraine. She is an understanding and professional therapist that helps in a variety of different ways through her experience.
Written on Jul 07, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lorraine is great! Excited for our next session.
Written on Jun 11, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is beyond amazing!! I am so happy to have her as my therapist!! She is kind and considerate, full of compassion and just wonderful all around. I highly recommend her. ☺️
Written on May 10, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
She is a good listener and helps me through any issues I’m facing
Written on Apr 24, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Lorraine is amazing! She makes me feel comfortable and she is respectful.
Written on Feb 20, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 1 month on issues concerning grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
She’s an extremely good at listening and providing ways to help get through whatever it is I’m going through.
Written on Jan 14, 2025 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
Lorraines experience, demeanor and ability to hone in on what is most effective for my situation, is excellent. She is intuitive, really listens and cares!
Written on Jul 31, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Lorraine has been great in my therapy journey. She’s been helpful in allowing myself to talk with her. Couldn’t be happier that she’s my therapist.
Written on Jun 27, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Dr. Lorraine has helped me tremendously with self improvement. Therapy is hard work. You must put in your effort and focus to make it happen. She has given me lessons, and the tools to improve myself. She is very compassionate, educated and more importantly understanding. I recommend Dr. Sanchez. She has been good and her background in expertise gives you a different insight about yourself.
Written on Apr 21, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
You are great Lorraine! Thank you
Written on Feb 13, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lorraine is a very knowledgeable therapist who gives concrete examples and steps to move forward in improving one’s mental healthy.
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Lorraine Sanchez has been very insightful in helping me understand myself and the emotions that I feel. It is obvious that she cares about her clients and she has always been very communicative when I don’t catch on to a subject immediately. I would recommend Mrs Sanchez to anyone who is afraid to seek help like I was when I first began attending therapy.
Written on Jan 11, 2024 after therapy with Lorraine for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I highly respect her input.
Written on Dec 29, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Lorraine is great. I would not hesitate to seek help from her in the future. However, I signed up on a temporary basis and am in a better place now. Thank you.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I am writing to express my appreciation and admiration for Lorraine's professionalism and expertise as a therapist. From the moment I started working with her, I knew I was in the best hands.
Lorraine's professionalism shines through in every aspect of our sessions. She is always punctual, prepared. Her ability to create a safe and non-judgmental space allows me to open up and share my thoughts and feelings without hesitation. I truly feel heard and understood during our sessions, which is invaluable to me.
One of the things I admire most about Lorraine is her exceptional ability to provide insightful recommendations. She has a deep understanding of the challenges I face and consistently offers practical and effective strategies to help me navigate through them. Her recommendations are tailored to my specific needs and circumstances, which has contributed to my personal growth.
Lorraine's expertise in understanding what support is needed is truly remarkable. She has a keen intuition and an empathetic nature that allows her to identify the underlying issues and provide the necessary guidance and support. Her ability to ask thought-provoking questions and challenge my perspectives has been instrumental in helping me gain clarity and cope with some of life’s challenges.
Additionally, as a visual learner, I greatly appreciate the graphs and visual aids that Lorraine incorporates into our video calls. These visuals help me better understand and process the information being discussed, making our sessions even more impactful and meaningful.
Overall, I cannot recommend Lorraine enough. Her professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for her clients make her an exceptional therapist. I am grateful to have her as my therapist and feel fortunate to be on this journey of self-discovery and growth with her by my side.
Thank you, Lorraine, for your unwavering support and dedication. I am truly grateful for all that you do!
Written on Dec 16, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Lorraine is helpful, accepting, and kind. She is positive and works hard every day by sending thoughtful responses and resources. The 45 min session is just to touch base but what I get throughout the week is daily support. I am so lucky I found her and am learning new things every day.
Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I really felt supported and listened to. Lorraine really helped me see where my thinking was rigid and because of this limiting my growth. Never felt judged, but encouraged. She would also follow up the sessions with "things to do" list or an idea to consider based on the session. This I really appreciated, because it helped me stay focused on my growth, and provided good maps to stay on course!
Written on Jul 27, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Lorraine is very kind, supportive and understanding. I am comfortable talking to her and she is able to empathize with my feelings. She offers helpful guidance and validation where I need it.
Written on Jun 30, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Lorraine is an exceptional therapist. I'm very impressed and eager to continue working with her. She has helped me tremendously in a short amount of time.
Written on Jan 22, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Lorraine is an caring and resourceful therapist. She has brought so much insight and thoughtful strategy to my situation while being a fierce advocate for my own self care and self compassion- I cannot recommend her enough!
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Lorraine is a great listener and I appreciate her letting me talk my way through mental processes or feelings. Brings attainable goals/feedback without overwhelming. Highly recommend!
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Lorraine for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lorraine has a beautiful soul. I am grateful for her guidance and support.
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Best therapist I’ve had in a while. She’s genuine, she’s a great listener, and she makes me feel like I’m in a safe space. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Aug 21, 2022 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
After a few sessions I knew my therapist is dialed in and understands where I’m coming from. 10/10 highly recommend!
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Lorraine for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
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