Ana Sanchez Varela

My communication style

My communication style is warm and nurturing, making others feel supported, valued, and validated. My office is a space where clients can feel safe to express their most vulnerable thoughts. I will also point out potential areas for growth in a kind and encouraging way.

My journey to mental healthcare

I fell in love with psychology and developed a desire to understand why we behave the way we do, what leads us to behave one way or another, and how we can modify those behaviors that don't serve us. A family member who died by suicide further motivated me to pursue a career in mental health.

My goals for you

Therapy is a partnership where you verbalize your goals and we create a plan together. I break bigger goals into smaller ones that achieve the desired outcome with time and consistency. Using CBT, I help you set boundaries, improve communication, manage emotions, stop avoidance, and modify unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.

Our first session

I will ask basic background questions, go over confidentiality, and ask about your therapy goals. I check in about how you're feeling and what made you start therapy now. If you have pressing matters to discuss, I will give you time and space for that. You can ask me any questions you may have.

I identify as...

• Female
• Hispanic or Latinx