Sandra Gaspar
With a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from San Francisco State University, and enriched by extensive psychoanalytic studies at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis, C.G. Jung Institute of San Francisco, Instituto Psicoanalítico de Guadalajara y Espacio Psichoanalitico de Guadalajara, Mexico, and The Psychotherapy Institute in Berkeley, my academic and professional career in community mental health clinics, foster care systems, and schools has given me an international and comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of mental health across different cultures and communities. This bicultural perspective is fundamental to my
work, allowing me to effectively interact and support a wide range of clients.
Embracing Diverse Perspectives
My therapeutic approach is deeply influenced by my bicultural background, allowing me to offer a service that is not only sensitive to cultural subtleties, but also embraces the diversity of experiences that individuals bring to the therapeutic space. This perspective ensures that everyone feels seen, understood and valued, regardless of their background.
My Professional Experience
Throughout my 17 years of practice, I have developed keen expertise in navigating the complex dynamics of life transitions, crisis intervention, attachment and/or complex trauma, motherhood, immigration, biculturalism, acculturation, relationships, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress. My approach is primarily based on relational psychodynamic / psychoanalytic therapy, liberation psychology, and depth therapy, focusing on the complex interaction between an individual's past and present, and how these realms influence mental health and relationships. I place a strong emphasis on social justice, ensuring my practice is inclusive, equitable, and responsive to systemic factors that impact mental health.
Why Choose to Work with Me?
Choosing a therapist can be a critical step on your path to healing and self-discovery. In our work together, you can expect a collaborative partnership with an integrative point of view, believing that mind, body, and soul are connected. My focus is on helping you gain increasing access to your own inner wisdom so you can create the life you want.