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Kevin Martinez

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Clients should know that I bring structure, clarity, and steady presence to the work. I am relational and engaged, not a blank slate, and I balance insight with practical skill-building. I pay close attention to patterns, subtle emotional shifts, and how your history connects to what you are experiencing now. Therapy with me is thoughtful, direct, and collaborative, focused on creating change that feels sustainable rather than performative.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is relational, structured, and strength-based. I help clients identify the patterns connecting their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and we work together to shift those patterns in practical, sustainable ways. Drawing from attachment theory, nervous system awareness, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, I focus on building emotional steadiness, improving communication, and strengthening boundaries. Therapy with me is collaborative and direct, grounded in your existing strengths and aimed at meaningful, real-world change.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll dive right in. I focus on understanding what brings you to therapy, the patterns you’re noticing, and what you want to change. At the same time, I prioritize building rapport and trust so you feel grounded and understood. You can expect thoughtful questions, clear structure, and a collaborative tone. The goal is to begin mapping your concerns in a way that feels practical and aligned with where you want to go.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Hispanic, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Hunter College, School of Social Work
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychoanalytic, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Relational, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavior Management, Trauma Focused CBT, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Positive Psychology, Humanistic, Narrative Therapy, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Psychodynamic, Attachment Based Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English