Elizabeth Martinez, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Elizabeth!

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) CA Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of professional work experience, providing individual therapy to adults. I am experienced in helping clients with grief and loss, anger management, stress, communication issues, chronic pain, illness, guilt and shame, social anxiety,and many more.

My focus

I work with adults from all walks of life who are navigating complex emotions or life challenges such as anxiety, adoption, depression, grief, stress, life transitions, anger, self-esteem, etc. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can explore what may be holding you back and to be able to move confidently towards the life that you want

My approach

I am a therapist who believes in the transformative power of understanding, connection, and healing. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, etc., my approach is compassionate and personalized, blending evidence-based techniques with a deep respect for your unique life journey.

My communication style

Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. My aim is to bring warmth, authenticity, and zero judgment to each conversation. You can expect a laid-back vibe where you feel safe and free to come just the way you are. My communication style is characterized by calmness, engagement, empathic listening, and honesty.

My journey to mental healthcare

Since a young child, I have been curious about situations and human behavior. Since my early years, people would approach me with questions or tell me about their lives. At a very young age, I knew I wanted to be a problem solver, finding new ways to manage life’s challenges and finding their root cause.

My goals for you

Our work together is about understanding where you are, where you want to be, and what is getting in the way. We will look for patterns, tap into your strengths, and build tools that actually work for your life. Whether you are healing from the past, adjusting to a change, or trying to feel more like you, I am here to support you.

Our first session

From the first session, I want to stress the importance of building a safe space that is non-judgmental, but more importantly, that we are on this journey together, and you are not alone. You will learn skills that will give you the how-to and the strength to address symptoms as you move through life.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Motivational Interviewing

Humanistic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

First Gen 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 Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Stanislaus.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Elizabeth Martinez