Natalie Larios Martinez, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Natalie!

I am a bilingual therapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults. As I am aware that the process of searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, I would like to commend you on taking this first step.

My focus

I have extensive experience providing trauma-informed care to a variety of ages. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, parenting, cultural concerns, relationships, family conflict, life transitions, attachment issues, and many others.

My approach

My collaborative approach to therapy comes from a holistic, client-centered, strengths-based perspective. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs and goals while remaining focused on creating a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, cultivate insights, heal, and build resilience.

My communication style

I'm compassionate, understanding, and patient, committed to helping you reach your goals. I strive to help you feel challenged to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will help you work through problems, feel heard and validated, and become empowered to take the next steps to thrive.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been passionate about helping others, and was first interested in one day working as a veterinarian. However, after serving as a counselor at a summer camp during my college years for foster youth, I learned that my true passion was working with humans.

My goals for you

My approach to goal-setting is highly collaborative. After completing a biopsychosocial assessment, I work with my clients to identify and prioritize their goals. I also review goals often to ensure that we are working towards progress.

Our first session

During our first session, I focus on truly understanding who you are as a person by exploring your past, present, and future self. I also take an integrative approach and try to understand all other aspects of your life, including social life, hobbies, medical history, nutrition, exercise, and others.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Psychoanalytic

Schema Therapy

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Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of La Verne.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Natalie Larios Martinez