Bernadette Martinez, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Bernadette!

I support young adults and adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, past experiences, or major life changes. We will focus on building practical coping skills, strengthening self-confidence, and creating a clear, supportive path forward that feels realistic and empowering.

My focus

I work with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, and life transitions by offering a supportive space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and develop tools for lasting change. My goal is to help you feel calmer, more confident, and better equipped to move toward the life you want.

My approach

My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, empowered and free to explore what’s on your mind. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. I can help you feel more grounded and confident.

My communication style

Communication is central to my work. I strive to create a calm, nonjudgmental environment where you can speak openly and learn from your experiences. I view therapy as a collaborative process, and together we will identify meaningful goals. We can always adjust the therapy plan to support changes and secure continued growth.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by a deep interest in human resilience. Through my work with trauma survivors and individuals facing significant challenges, I’ve seen how transformative therapy can be. I have witnessed survivors become thrivers. I believe we all can grow, heal and create lasting change.

My goals for you

Together, we can build the skills and insight needed to feel more in control and less anxious. Realistic goals, practical techniques, coupled with clear tools that you can use in your daily life. I can help you recognize and shift unhelpful patterns of thinking, and integrate mindfulness and/or other approaches depending on your needs.

Our first session

Our first session will be a chance to get to know each other and talk about your goals for therapy. Your commitment to a better future and more fulfilling relationships starts with a call. It’s OK to feel nervous. Seeking therapy is a proactive step and the beginning of growth. Together we CAN create the life you desire!

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Interpersonal

Mindfulness-Based

Multidimensional Family Therapy

Narrative

Psychodynamic

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Reality Therapy

Trauma Focused

Trust-Based Relational Intervention

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Cancer

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Luminare Health (formerly Trustmark)
Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child and Family from California State University, Sacramento.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Bernadette Martinez