About Michael
Michael Sanchez helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or mood changes. He works with those struggling with addiction, relationship problems, and people seeking clearer life direction. Michael is a Florida licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, with eight years of experience.
He draws on practical methods to make sessions feel straightforward and useful. Conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on small steps that can reduce distress between sessions.
How Michael works
Michael adapts the pace and tools to each person's needs rather than using a single formula. His background includes work in residential programs, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient settings for both mental health and substance use concerns. That variety informs how he supports people facing complex or high-intensity challenges.
The experience also shaped his understanding of motivation, relapse patterns, and building new everyday routines. In session he emphasizes respect, clear communication, and collaboration. He helps clients explore attachment patterns, personal stories, and practical thinking skills to change unhelpful habits.
Treatment plans are built together and adjusted as progress unfolds. People who choose Michael can expect a steady, down-to-earth approach. He aims to help clients feel heard, gain tools for handling crises, and take actionable steps toward better functioning and self-understanding.
Michael lists 7 ways of working on the entry:
What Michael works with
The areas below are the ones Michael selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Depression
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Training and background
| Register | LMFT |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 8 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Florida |
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Online support options
Approaches for online work and practical change
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships. In online sessions this can help people notice patterns that affect trust, communication, and closeness. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's own goals and pace, giving space to tell your story and decide what matters most. It supports people who need a respectful, nonjudgmental partner as they work through difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses concrete exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and impulsive behaviors.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That process may include trying a few techniques and adjusting the plan as progress appears.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let clients and the therapist work face to face when a deeper conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits a break. Live chat and text-based messaging provide ongoing support between sessions and can be used for brief updates or homework check-ins. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while using the approaches described above.
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