LCSW, 16 years of experience
Hi, I am Dr. Erica Martinez! I am a first-generation Latina, raised on the West Side of San Antonio who had an opportunity to become a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD in Social Work. I believe in the power of therapy and walk alongside individuals as they navigate their unique situations and find lasting solutions, and more importantly, healing.
During the first session, we will explore what lead you to find a therapist. Then we will get to know a bit about each other to determine if we are a good match. If we are, we will explore what you would like to get out of therapy and create a plan to do that.
My personal life experiences lend to an unspoken understanding. I integrate research based techniques alongside cultural practices.
Clients that have naturally gravitated to me are teenage girls who have found "cutting" as a coping method and are wanting to explore healthier ways to cope, mothers who are ever striving for "balance", women who are wanting to be more confident in themselves, at work, in their friendships and relationships, individuals who have faced oppressions, racism, and discrimination, especially in the workplace, men who find themselves exhausted from playing the part of "machismo", and children who have experienced something that scared them or made them question their confidence.
Dr. Erica Martinez offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Texas.
My therapeutic style is eclectic, drawing on multiple evidenced based practices and techniques, tailored to meet each client's specific needs. I embed learning opportunities, coping skills and mindfulness practices to build upon personal strengths and assets. I have experience working with children, teens and adults.