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Erica Sandoval, LMFT

Support for anxiety, trauma, and life challenges
  • Warm supportive therapy space
  • Anxiety and depression support
  • Family and trauma focus

About Erica Sandoval

Erica Sandoval is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 7 years of experience supporting individuals and families across a wide range of backgrounds and concerns. Her work includes helping people navigate depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, and other severe mental illnesses, with a steady focus on creating therapy that feels grounded and approachable.

Erica aims to offer a comfortable, safe space where clients can explore what is happening in their lives, make sense of difficult emotions, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable. She considers it an honor to join clients in their wellness journey and to support them as they take steps toward healing, resilience, and greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Erica Sandoval have?

Erica Sandoval has 7 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Erica Sandoval a licensed therapist?

Yes. Erica Sandoval is licensed as an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). Her license is CA LMFT 130090.

In which languages does Erica Sandoval provide therapy?

Erica Sandoval provides therapy in English.

Where is Erica Sandoval located?

Erica Sandoval is located in California.

How can I work with Erica Sandoval as my therapist?

You can work with Erica Sandoval through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Erica Sandoval work with international clients?

No. Erica Sandoval does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Erica Sandoval cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Informed Therapy, Made Accessible Online

Erica Sandoval draws from approaches that help clients feel understood while building practical tools for change. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and relationship dynamics at their own pace, with the therapist working alongside them rather than directing the process.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and habits and practice more balanced ways of thinking and responding. It is often used when people feel stuck in cycles related to anxiety, depression, or social fears. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful when feelings become overwhelming or conflict feels hard to navigate.

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and finding the right approach is part of the work. Erica collaborates with clients to choose strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting over time as those needs evolve.

Online therapy can make support easier to fit into real life, offering the option of video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can help clients stay consistent, whether they are managing a busy schedule, limited transportation, or the desire to meet from a familiar setting.

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