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Do you feel stuck in treatment or unsure what to try next? As a Christian counselor, I have helped hundreds of people, from children to corporate leaders, improve their quality of life. I specialize in chronic pain and stress, and also support anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns, including parenting, marriage, and workplace challenges grounded in faith and practical care.

My approach is completely centered on your needs. I will meet you where you are and tailor services to you—an approach known as Person-centered.

This approach aims to have you gain insight and independence. After all, you are the expert of your life and your experience. I see my role as supporting you in achieving your potential by honing in on your strengths and, ultimately, helping you become empowered.

Christina Martinez, MS, LPC, LCDC-I is a bilingual therapist who provides a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes. She specializes in addiction, trauma, and co-occurring mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder.

Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, Christina helps clients build coping skills, improve emotional well-being, and work toward lasting healing and recovery. She is passionate about helping individuals recognize their strengths and create healthier, more fulfilling lives.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and overall quality of life. My experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, stress-related concerns, and other psychiatric conditions across various treatment settings.

I believe mental health care should be collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. Every person has a unique story, and I strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.

Whether you're seeking help for a new concern or looking to improve existing symptoms, my goal is to help you develop a treatment plan that aligns with your personal goals and supports long-term wellness.

Hi, I'm Karla!

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe in compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based care. I support individuals juggling busy, demanding lives dealing with anxiety and depression. I’ve been a nurse for over 12 years, with the last three focused on mental health care. My goal is to guide your healing in the right direction.

I believe healing begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to be their authentic selves while working toward personal growth and emotional wellness.

With over 25 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through counseling, education, and student wellness services, I bring a comprehensive understanding of emotional development, resilience, and the challenges individuals face throughout life.

I provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, assessments, and mental health support focused on helping clients develop effective coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and improve overall emotional well-being.

My areas of support include anxiety, stress management, emotional regulation, life transitions, social-emotional development, and navigating difficult seasons of life. My counseling approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, intending to help each client recognize their strengths, build confidence, and feel supported throughout their healing journey.