- Compassionate listening
- Goal focused work
- 16 years experience
About David
David Martinez is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 16 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and mood concerns. He works with adults who are facing hard changes and painful memories, and he aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
He has long experience supporting people with serious mental health struggles and problematic drug use. That work included programs addressing domestic violence and the effects of interpersonal family harm. He has also helped people living with bipolar disorder and those coping with grief or chronic illness.
In sessions he adapts the conversation and plan to fit each person. He combines relational focus with practical skills so people can try new ways of handling thoughts and behaviors. He often helps clients set small, doable goals and then checks progress together.
David uses approaches that emphasize relationships, personal meaning, and skill building. He draws on Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, and Cognitive Behavioral ideas, and he brings motivational techniques when people want to change addictive habits. He works in plain language and keeps the work focused on daily life concerns like sleep, parenting, or work stress.
People who are nervous about starting therapy will find a straightforward process to begin. To start, follow the site steps to match and schedule a first appointment and begin shaping a plan that fits current needs and goals.
How David’s approaches translate to online therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how relationships shape the way people feel and respond. In practice this means noticing patterns in how you connect, and gently testing new ways of relating to reduce anxiety and rebuild trust. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person in the room and follows their priorities; the therapist listens closely and helps you find your own answers rather than giving directives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, mood, sleep, and some forms of addictive behavior.Choosing an approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with you about goals, try strategies that fit your needs, and adjust methods when something isn’t working. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels manageable and relevant to daily life.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins between appointments. It also lets people practice skills in their usual routines and brings therapy into real-life contexts where habits and stressors happen.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, parenting strain, sleep and eating issues, anger, self-esteem, and related challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He keeps conversations straightforward and collaborative, blending relational work with practical skills and motivational techniques to support behavior change.
What is his background and clinical experience?
He is a licensed clinical social worker with 16 years of professional experience, including work with people who have serious mental health needs and problematic drug use.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds an LCSW license in New Mexico and practices from that state.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are accepted; confirm any location-specific scheduling or regulatory details when you match and book.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.