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Sandra Chen, Psy.D.

she/her

Primary Address

Street Address 1
3201 Wilshire Blvd
Street Address 2
203
Country
United States of America
State
CA
City
Santa Monica
Zip/Postal Code
90403

Address 2

Street Address 1
Telehealth

Summary

Practice Description
Dr. Sandra Chen, Psy.D., is a registered Psychological Associate (#PSB94029254) who works under the supervision of licensed psychologist, Dr. Adam Sternberg, Psy.D. (PSY18412). She has worked with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relational stress, identity concerns, or periods of transition. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care. She strives to create a therapeutic space where clients feel genuinely understood while also developing practical skills for emotional resilience and meaningful change. Dr. Chen has training in private practice, community mental health, hospital settings, and with active-duty service members and their families. She is attuned to the nuances of cultural identity and works to support clients in navigating family expectations, boundary-setting, self-worth, and belonging.

Ages Served

  • Adults

Areas of Focus

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Life Transitions
  • Multiracial
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Theoretical Orientation(s)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Trauma Focused

Provider Ethnic Identities

  • Asian
  • East Asian

Conversational Proficiency Languages

  • English

Professional Proficiency Languages

  • English

License 1

Type
Psychological Associate
Primary License State
California
Primary License Number
PSB94029254
Pre-Licensure Supervisor Name
Adam W. Sternberg
Licensed Since
2002

Payment Types Accepted

  • Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of California
  • Medicaid
  • Medi-Cal
  • Optum
  • Other
Specify Other Insurance
Carelon

More Information

Telehealth
Yes
Hourly Rate Type
Flat
Min Price
150
Max price
150
PsyPact
No