Sandra Martinez

My name is Sandra Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Orange County, CA. I work with young adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitional changes, relationship issues, peer-related issues, stress, and family issues. I am trained in various evidence-based models of treatment and utilize an integrative therapeutic approach to optimize the needs of the clients that I serve. I have a collaborative approach to goal setting with clients. I work with the client to see what they would like to get out of therapy and what changes they want to make.

My approach varies from client to client. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-focused Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Relational Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I typically work well with young adults/older teens who are willing to explore and make changes in their life.

My communication style is very calm, empathetic, open minded, direct, personable, and I enjoy using humor as appropriate. I want my clients to feel comfortable and like they can be themselves when we work together.