Star Martin
I specialize in trauma, PTSD/Complex PTSD, sexual assault, and childhood trauma.
I specialize in trauma, PTSD/Complex PTSD, sexual assault, and childhood trauma.
First session
The first session will be spent getting to know about you, taking your history, discussing your goals for therapy, answering questions, and what's important to you.
Strengths
Clients often tell me that I create a safe space for them to open up. I am empathetic I truly enjoy meeting each of my unique clients and seeing them grow and feel more positive about themselves.
Ideal clients
If you are struggling with distressing thoughts, sadness, putting everyone's needs before your own, not being understood, or that something might be wrong or different about you, I can help you navigate these struggles. You may have a negative view about yourself, maybe you have been told that you are "too emotional" , "too sensitive" or you question if you are exaggerating what you have been through. I can be by your side as we explore these thoughts and come up with a plan gain healthier coping skills and see your worth. You matter and your feelings are valid!
Treatment methods
Eclectic
I use a variety of treatment methods, as everyone is different. I believe building a relationship is crucial to successful therapy and I love getting to know each of my clients.
Trauma-Informed Care
I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma. It is essential to provide a safe, non-judgemental, empathetic space. It can be difficult to trust after experiencing trauma
Strength-Based
I like to build on client's strengths and help clients recognize the many strengths they have. Clients are often more capable than they think and I offer the encouragement that may be needed to take those first steps.
EMDR
I am trained in EMDR. EMDR can help decrease the distress of trauma without a lot of talking.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT helps empower clients to challenge thoughts that may not be so accurate and question thinking that may have automatically been believed as fact.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- MissouriLicense 2024035028