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Lauren Martinez

Therapist
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a queer, multi-ethnic Mexican-Jewish woman who grew up involved in the child welfare system. My passion is helping others reconnect with their authentic selves, especially under the weight of cisheteropatriarchal oppression. This work is deeply personal to me, shaped by my own experience of being cut off by my Catholic Mexican grandparents after coming out. I specialize in assisted adults and teens navigate ADHD, C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and relationships.

My approach to therapy

I work with people navigating trauma, identity, and the exhaustion of feeling overwhelmed for too long. My style is trauma-informed, gender-affirming, and grounded in curiosity. You don’t need to have it all figured out before you come in and you won’t have to explain the basics of who you are. If you're feeling nervous, that’s normal. We’ll go at your pace, and I’m looking forward to learning about you, your context, and your history.

I have expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skill building. Clients usually come to me wanting to develop skills to improve their lives, whether it be to improve managing their anxiety or ADHD, and we are able to achieve their first goal within months.

What you can expect from me

If you’re new to therapy, I’ll guide you through the process step by step at a pace that feels comfortable. Our first session will focus on understanding your concerns and identifying what matters most to you. Together, we’ll develop a plan to help you move toward your goals with kindness, empathy, and a personalized approach that feels right for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Bellevue University
  • License type
    LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Identity issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Based, Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    611 Wilshire Boulevard STE 900
    Los Angeles, CA 90017