- Bilingual English Spanish
- Client-centered approach
- Practical skills focus
About Martha
In sessions she focuses on the person in front of her, listening first and then building a plan that fits individual needs. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. She also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy and mindfulness techniques to help people notice and shift difficult feelings.
Martha has worked with many issues connected to relationships and self-image, including abandonment, codependency, body image, communication problems, and control issues. She also supports people dealing with substance use, domestic violence, divorce and separation, and end-of-life concerns. Her work includes practical steps and short-term strategies as well as deeper emotional processing.
People can expect sessions that mix conversation, skills practice, and guided reflection tailored to their goals. She emphasizes clear goals and measurable steps so progress can be seen. Martha encourages honest talk about what is working and what needs to change as therapy continues.
She accepts clients across borders and offers help in Spanish and English. Before starting, readers are asked to use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. It helps people feel heard and able to choose goals that matter to them, which is useful for anxiety, grief, and relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and behaviors that sustain problems. It uses practical exercises and homework to reduce anxiety, change unhelpful habits, and support recovery from substance use or compulsive behaviors.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and work with strong emotions that affect relationships and intimacy. It can be helpful when patterns of withdrawal, anger, or avoidance create repeated conflicts or feelings of emptiness.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. That process may combine elements from several approaches and can change as progress is made.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten commute time, and allow for more flexible scheduling. Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm the available options before booking. The therapist helps clients use online visits for practical skill practice, behavioral homework, emotional check-ins, and guided mindfulness exercises so progress continues between appointments.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
The therapist supports people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues. She also works on related topics like codependency, body image, communication problems, and coping after separation.
What is her therapy style like?
She practices a client-centered style that emphasizes listening and collaboration. Sessions typically mix practical skills, emotional processing, and goal-setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
The therapist has seven years of professional experience working with a range of concerns from addiction to grief. That background informs her blend of short-term strategies and deeper work.
What credentials and region apply to her practice?
She holds the credential LCSW and practices in Florida. The profile lists Florida as her location.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or online meetings are possible.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during sign-up.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.