Karina Santiago Sanchez, LCSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Karina Santiago Sanchez

Focus areas

Anxiety

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Intervention

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karina Santiago Sanchez

Karina Santiago Sanchez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and expert mental health care to individuals across New York. She offers a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where adolescents and adults can explore their experiences, process emotions, and develop skills to achieve emotional balance and wellbeing. Karina helps clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and womenâs issues through a warm, collaborative approach that fosters healing and resilience. Karinaâs practice focuses deeply on supporting individuals who have experienced trauma or are navigating symptoms of PTSD. She is passionate about helping clients reclaim their sense of safety, selfworth, and empowerment by using traumainformed techniques that encourage both emotional awareness and personal growth. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT and Mindfulness practices, Karina tailors her interventions to meet each clientâs unique needs, helping them build coping skills and strengthen selfcompassion. In her work with members of the LGBTQ community, women, and men, Karina takes an affirming and inclusive approach. She believes in honoring each clientâs identity and lived experience, recognizing that healing often begins when individuals feel truly seen and understood. Her goal is to help clients move forward with clarity and confidence as they navigate lifeâs challenges. Outside of her professional role, Karina enjoys traveling, learning from different cultures, and connecting with people through shared experiences. She values creativity and reflection as essential parts of her own growth, ensuring she brings empathy and presence to her clinical work.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - New York

Education and training

CUNY, The City University of New York, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1780416685

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What practice does Karina Santiago Sanchez work with?

Karina Santiago Sanchez works with LifeStance Health - New York.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karina Santiago Sanchez?

Karina Santiago Sanchez frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karina Santiago Sanchez on their profile.