Diana Sanchez, SUDPT

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Washington State University, B.S. Psychology

Professional areas of Interest:

  • Trauma-informed, individualized care for individuals affected by substance use disorders.
  • Culturally conscious advocacy and education for clients and their families.
  • The importance of mindfulness, positive coping skills, and supportive environments in recovery.

Are you fluent in Spanish? Yes.

Biography: 
Diana Sanchez, SUDPT, is an Addiction Counselor Apprentice who is native to the Wenatchee Valley. Diana received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Washington State University in 2021 and began working for CVCH as support staff in the Behavioral Health department shortly after. After working in New Path for a year as support staff, she pursued her new-found passion for the SUD field and entered an apprenticeship through CVCH. Diana received her SUDPT license and is working towards her SUDP certificate through Olympic College, while working for New Path as an addiction counselor. Diana’s mission is to meet clients where they are and help lift them to where they want to be through individualized, trauma-informed, and empathetic care. She is excited to work with all populations and demographics and is especially passionate about helping those in the Spanish-speaking community access care. 

Hometown: East Wenatchee, WA

Hobbies: (“What I do for fun”) 
I like all things Formula 1, travel, cooking, and nature. I enjoy spending time with my dog and my big family. I love to read, explore, and try new experiences whenever I can.

What attracted you to CVCH?
Being a Wenatchee native, I have always aligned with CVCH’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare for all, including the most underserved populations. Since I started with CVCH in 2021, my belief in the work CVCH does has only strengthened, and I am honored to be a part of those making a difference in the community.