- Addictions
- Life purpose work
- Relationship issues
About Stanley
Stanley Sorensen is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 37 years of professional experience. He works with people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also addresses life purpose concerns and related problems such as isolation, shame, panic, and social anxiety.
He treats each person as the expert on their own life and looks for the strengths they already have. In sessions he helps people name problems, practice new ways of communicating, and try different responses to old patterns. The focus is practical and grounded rather than vague or abstract.
Stanley often supports people managing the fallout from traumatic events and the loss that follows. He helps people work through panic and post-traumatic stress by breaking reactions into manageable steps. When addiction or compulsive behavior is present, he helps clients examine what keeps those patterns in place and how to interrupt them.
Many people describe feeling stuck after a major life change. He works with those who are questioning their direction or sense of purpose, helping them clarify values and small next steps. He also addresses common relationship problems like communication breakdowns and control struggles.
Sessions move at a steady, straightforward pace and focus on usable strategies. To begin, prospective clients use the site's matching process to schedule an initial session and set practical goals for follow-up work.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Stanley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and practical change. One common approach breaks down distressing reactions into manageable parts so clients can practice new responses to panic and post-traumatic stress. This helps people learn what triggers intense reactions and try small, repeatable skills to reduce their impact.Another approach looks at patterns in relationships and communication. It helps people notice interaction cycles, try different communication moves, and set boundaries to reduce conflict and control struggles. This approach is useful for relationship problems, social anxiety, and issues around trust and forgiveness.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process includes checking how an approach feels in practice and adjusting it over time.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed here. Online work can make it simpler to fit therapy into a weekly routine and reduce travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or sessions without video when that is more practical. Ask about available session options during the sign-up process so you can pick what fits your life.
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Experience
37+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also addresses related concerns such as communication problems, control issues, shame, loneliness, panic, post-traumatic stress, self-love, social anxiety, and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He treats clients as experts on their own stories and looks for existing strengths to build on. Sessions focus on naming obstacles, trying practical responses, and identifying small steps toward greater clarity.
What is his professional background?
He has 37 years of professional experience working with people across a range of concerns including addiction, trauma, grief, and depression. His work emphasizes practical strategies and steady progress.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT and practices from California. The profile lists his credential as LMFT and his license region as California.
In which language are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients. Prospective clients from other countries should confirm logistics and scheduling before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up and matching process.
How do I get started with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.