Samritha Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor
The Motivation
My desire to become a Christian counselor is grounded in two of my core values: connection and authenticity. For me, these are not just ideals – they are ways of being that form the heart of my calling and purpose.
First, I believe that connection is one of the most sacred parts of being human. At our core, we are created for relationship – relationship with God and with others. I have seen in my own life how powerful it can be when someone truly sees you and remains present with you in seasons of struggle. My goal is to become that presence for you.
Second, I am committed to showing up authentically. That means that I must lead by example and show up, not as the perfect problem-solver, but as a real person who is anchored in Christ and honest about my own growth. I am not here to “fix” you but to walk alongside you as you explore your story and discover who God intended you to be.
As a Christian counselor, I integrate faith with compassion and truth with empathy. It is more than a profession to me – it is a response to the call to love others, to bear witness to their stories, and to remind them that they are not alone!
The Details
When you come to see me, you will experience a therapist who is friendly, empathetic, and engaged. I do not believe in practicing a “blank slate” mentality in which you know nothing about the person that you are sharing your story with. Again, with authenticity and connection at the root of my work, there is no room for invisibility here – for you or for me.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband of 18 years and our three beautiful children! I also enjoy trail running, reading, and holding the title of #1 sports mom.
And just in case you are curious, my education consists of a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a post-graduate degree (Ed.S.) in Marriage and Family Counseling. Both were earned from Christian universities where I learned to integrate faith with the art and science of therapeutic work.
Investment
Individual Counseling 55 minutes…….$130
Couples Counseling 55 minutes…….$150
Family Counseling 55 minutes…….$175
My Specialties
Young Women
Young Christian women often wrestle with questions of identity and, not just who they are, but who God says they are. They may carry the emotional wounds of family dysfunction and trauma or feel confused about their faith in this ever-changing world.
Counseling can create space for healing and navigating life transitions. Whether it is discernment for dating relationships, learning to create boundaries with friends, or deciding your vocational calling, I am here to help.
I will not beat you over the head with the Bible but I will allow space for you to be real, to untangle the lies, and become the woman that you were created to be.
If you are interested, I will pray over you and help you to develop spiritual rhythms that bring about strength, peace, and joy.
Christian Couples
In a world that de-values commitment, I feel called to respond in such a way that strengthens and supports healthy marriage relationships. I believe that every couple has a story worth fighting for and, with the right tools, they can rebuild and reflect the kind of love that God calls them to embody – grace-filled, kind, and enduring.
My approach to couples counseling is to guide you through what a healthy relationship looks like. I use evidence-based practices along with the biblical principles of love, forgiveness, covenant, and grace.
I will encourage each partner to become their healthiest self and help you both discover the unique strengths you bring into your marriage relationship.
Finally, I will partner with you to learn effective communication and conflict resolution skills so that, rather than continuing the negative cycle, you rediscover connection and intimacy.
Trauma-Informed Therapy and EMDR
Traumatic memories can sometimes become “stuck” in the brain and body, leading to ongoing emotional distress and relational dysfunction. It can feel overwhelming, especially when your nervous system is constantly overstimulated and cannot slow down enough to heal itself.
EMDR is a therapeutic approach used to reprocess traumatic memories so that they lose their intense emotional charge. Once therapy is completed, clients are better able to integrate those memories into their life story and move forward in more positive and healthy ways.
How Does It Work?
EMDR is an eight-phase structured approach in which a client is encouraged to recall a distressing memory including thoughts, emotions, and body sensations. Then, the therapist initiates bilateral stimulation (i.e., handheld pulsers, tapping, or eye movements) while the client focuses on and reprocesses their experience. Over time, the traumatic memory becomes less vivid and less distressing which leaves clients feeling more “empowered” and more “safe.”
What Can EMDR Be Used For?
EMDR is used to treat a variety of conditions including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, panic disorders, grief, and childhood abuse and neglect.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I will ensure that you have a voice in the therapeutic process and that you choose how the process goes. I will also help you learn the skills to calm your nervous system and reclaim your body’s ability to heal itself.