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As an Asian American growing up overseas, I bring cultural considerations and my multicultural experiences into the therapy process.

I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and met with compassion. My goal is to create a collaborative, grounded space where you can show up as you are—without pressure to have everything figured out. Together, we'll identify your strengths, build practical coping skills, and work toward meaningful, realistic goals. I am passionate about fostering trusting therapeutic relationships and providing a supportive environment where healing and growth can happen. My hope is that you leave each session feeling empowered, encouraged, and equipped to navigate life's challenges.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 9 years of experience providing compassionate care across clinics, hospitals, and diverse community settings in Los Angeles.

I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

While I am new to Headway, I have been practicing in various schools settings as a counselor for over a decade: supporting students and parents navigate, life, learning and loss of all types. Whether you or your child experience neurodivergence (such as ADHD, anxiety, autism, emotionality, sensory sensitivities, demand avoidance, etc.) or are struggling with social , work, relationship or routine daily demands, I am here to support you.

I tailor each session to meet the client's individual needs, personality, and strengths. Together, we'll build on your resilience, intuition, and inner resources while creating opportunities for growth, healing, and self-empowerment. My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative environment to make changes at your pace.

Welcome,

My name is Grecia Sanchez, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 5 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, families and survivors of domestic violence.

I offer therapy in both English and Spanish and have extensive experience working with the Hispanic/Latino community. I strive to provide culturally responsible care that honors each client's unique background, values, and life experiences. I have also had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

I believe healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.

I have a deep love for my work as a therapist. Before becoming a therapist, I spent the first half of my life pursuing a career as a classical violinist. That path eventually led me to psychology and the endlessly fascinating complexity of being human.

Over and over, I meet people who have built lives that make perfect sense on paper. They accomplish the goals. They play the roles. They become who they thought they were supposed to become. Yet something still feels off.

What's the meaning of it all?

What do I actually want?

If not now... when?

These are the conversations that fascinate me.

I tend to work best with people who are naturally curious about themselves and world around them. Many of my clients are thoughtful, insightful people who have spent years taking care of everyone else, meeting expectations, or chasing a version of success that no longer feels fully aligned with who they are.

My work draws from psychodynamic and family systems approaches, with a strong existential backbone. More than anything, I want to understand how you experience the world, because meaningful change rarely comes from trying harder. It comes from seeing yourself more clearly.

Hi, I'm Grace, and I'm so glad you're here.

I believe therapy begins with feeling safe, heard, and understood. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where we can build a genuine connection and work together toward meaningful change.

I have worked in the mental health field for over 6 years. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, children, veterans, and victims of crime. My areas of focus include trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, and family systems. Whether you're navigating a difficult season or seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care.