Hello! I’m Dr. Sandra Zuazo, a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY34934). I’m so happy you’re here.

I’ve worked in the mental health field for nearly ten years, helping clients find their voice, communicate their needs, and build healthier relationships. Many of the people I support have experienced trauma developmentally, within relationships, or in their family system, which has made it difficult to trust others. As a result, they’ve often learned to rely only on themselves after feeling let down in the past.

In therapy, we work together to understand what trust looks like, practice emotional vulnerability, and build the confidence to have difficult but necessary conversations. Clients learn to recognize their values, identify healthy versus unhealthy behaviors, and ultimately feel empowered to be unapologetically themselves.

I believe you are the expert on your own life. My approach includes humor, thoughtful questions, and regular check-ins to ensure our work feels supportive and aligned with your goals.

Through our sessions, we’ll explore what’s not working and create meaningful, lasting change. If this resonates with you, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Background

My Approach

My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to your unique needs; I draw from evidence-based modalities to support your healing and growth.

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

  • Psychodynamic Therapy

  • Somatic Therapy

  • Internal Family Systems Informed

  • Brainspotting Level 1 trained

MY SPECIALTIES

Relationships and Identity:

✓ Relational concerns

✓ Self-sabotage

✓ Emotional intimacy

✓ Conflict resolution

✓ Creating and maintaining boundaries

✓ Identity issues

✓ Minority stress

Trauma and Healing:

✓ Posttraumatic Stress Disoder (PTSD)

✓ Trauma during childhood

✓ Intimate Partner Violence

✓ Healing from Narcissitic Parenting

✓ Unhealthy Family Systems

Emotional Wellbeing:

✓ Depression

✓ Anxiety

✓ Perfectionism

✓ Impulsivity

Life Stressors:

✓ Work Stress

✓ Life Transitions

✓ Healthy Communication Skills

Certifications & Training

I’m committed to continually strengthening my skills to provide the best possible care. Here are some of my professional certifications and training:

✓ Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Comprehensive Certificate

✓ Dialectical Behavior Therapy Trained

✓ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Trained

✓ Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy -Certification of Completion

✓ Domestic Violence Counselor Certification

✓ Brainspotting Level 1 Trained

These certifications and training reflect my continued commitment to providing informed, compassionate, and trauma-sensitive care.