Shaon Martineau, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Shaon!

I create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions, offering support to explore emotions and build resilience.

My focus

I work with adults navigating mild to moderate mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. My clients seek a supportive space to explore emotions, gain clarity, and build resilience while addressing impacts on daily life, relationships, and personal well-being.

My approach

I tailor therapy to your unique needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Together, we'll identify patterns, build practical skills, and foster self-awareness to help you move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

My communication style

You can expect a warm, inviting environment where you feel respected, supported, and genuinely cared for. My style blends psychoeducation with a collaborative, conversational approach. Working with me often feels like talking to a trusted guide—someone who listens deeply, asks thoughtful questions, and offers insights with kindness and clarity.

My journey to mental healthcare

I'm drawn to therapy by a deep belief in the power of connection and the resilience of the human spirit. I'm inspired by the courage it takes to confront life's challenges and seek healing. What drives me is witnessing transformation—seeing clients reclaim their narratives, deepen self-understanding, and find hope.

My goals for you

I believe in a collaborative, flexible approach that aligns with your values and what feels meaningful to you. Together, we'll explore where you are now, where you'd like to be, and what steps feel achievable. My aim is to create a supportive partnership where goals are about growth and learning in the process.

Our first session

You can expect a warm, welcoming space where the focus is on understanding your story and what brought you to therapy. We'll explore your concerns, discuss your goals, and identify what feels most important to you. It's a time to start building trust and set the foundation for our therapeutic relationship.

I identify as...

Male
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Christian Counseling

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experiential Therapy

Gottman Method

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Object Relations

+ 12 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Police/Fire/First Responders

Military/Veterans

Racial Justice

Single Mother

Vegan

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 59 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shaon Martineau