- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Social anxiety focus
About Sanaz
Sanaz Motamedi is a California-licensed LMFT with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Sanaz also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions involve discussing current difficulties, tracing how they developed, and trying manageable steps to reduce distress. She adjusts the pace and focus to what each person needs and values in therapy.
Sanaz pays attention to how relationships and past hurts affect daily life now. She helps people notice recurring patterns, practice clearer communication, and rebuild confidence after painful experiences. Work on forgiveness and guilt is handled in small, concrete steps rather than abstract talk.
People looking for support with social anxiety or fear of being judged can work on real situations in session. The therapist encourages trying short exercises and reviewing what felt helpful. Progress is tracked through steady, practical changes rather than sudden fixes.
Sessions also cover mood and motivation problems linked to depression. Sanaz offers structured ways to break unhelpful routines and increase small positive activities. She helps people set realistic goals and assess what steps feel doable next.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Sanaz uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what helps in everyday life. One common approach is working on behavior and routine changes: identifying small actions to reduce anxiety and increase positive moments, useful for depression and low motivation. Another approach centers on communication and relationship skills - practicing clearer ways to express needs, set boundaries, and repair conflict, which can ease stress and relationship strain.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which techniques to try based on their goals and preferences. Sessions begin with clear steps, and adjustments are made as progress is reviewed together.
The biography did not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find that working this way lets them try practical exercises between meetings and bring real situations from daily life into session for immediate discussion.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and depression. Additional focus areas include communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and paced to the client. Sessions focus on current struggles, identifying patterns, and trying small steps to change unhelpful habits.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience as a therapist in clinical settings and private practice.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a CA LMFT, which means a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Her practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.