- Thoughts and habits
- Trauma informed
- Skill focused
About Sarah
Sarah Martinez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of practice in Florida. She focuses on everyday thoughts and habits to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. Her approach is down-to-earth and practical, and she aims to create an approachable space for people seeking change.
She has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient care, psychosocial rehabilitation, substance abuse treatment programs, correctional facilities, and private practice. That range has shaped how she adapts methods to different needs and life situations. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and build new coping skills.
Sarah often supports people dealing with trauma, grief, addiction, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy challenges, and concerns about self-esteem or career direction. She also addresses issues like ADHD, caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and codependency by focusing on concrete behaviors and daily routines.
Her style centers on listening first and building a plan that fits the individual. Sessions tend to balance conversation, practical exercises, and skill practice rather than only talk. She aims to help people leave sessions with something they can try between meetings.
Sarah welcomes people who want straightforward help sorting thoughts, changing habits, and handling life’s transitions. To begin, prospective clients follow the platform’s Start Therapy flow to match and schedule.
She has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient care, psychosocial rehabilitation, substance abuse treatment programs, correctional facilities, and private practice. That range has shaped how she adapts methods to different needs and life situations. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and build new coping skills.
Sarah often supports people dealing with trauma, grief, addiction, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy challenges, and concerns about self-esteem or career direction. She also addresses issues like ADHD, caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and codependency by focusing on concrete behaviors and daily routines.
Her style centers on listening first and building a plan that fits the individual. Sessions tend to balance conversation, practical exercises, and skill practice rather than only talk. She aims to help people leave sessions with something they can try between meetings.
Sarah welcomes people who want straightforward help sorting thoughts, changing habits, and handling life’s transitions. To begin, prospective clients follow the platform’s Start Therapy flow to match and schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches shape online care
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and tailoring the work to each person. It focuses on the relationship, giving the client space to set the pace and topics to address what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and then practice different thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication in tense moments.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to pick methods that match a person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That can mean trying one approach for a while, mixing techniques, or adjusting plans as progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing appointments during a work break or between errands. It also opens access to licensed professionals across locations, which can help people continue care when they move or travel. Discuss format preferences during the matching process so sessions match practical needs and daily routine.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and relationship and intimacy issues, among other concerns.
What is her style and approach in sessions?
Her style is down-to-earth and practical, combining listening with hands-on skill building. She uses approaches like CBT and DBT to change thinking and daily habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in settings such as inpatient care, substance abuse programs, correctional facilities, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LMHC, specifically a Florida LMHC, and her practice is based in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.