Have you ever asked yourself, "Why don't I feel good about myself and my choices in life?" I want to help you explore those feelings and get to the root cause so we can reveal the parts of you that feel alive and whole again. Do you remember the hopes and dreams you had as a child? What happened to those dreams? It could be life events or circumstances, some that were out of your control and some that you made consciously or unconsciously. Have you ever asked yourself, "Why don't I feel good about myself and my choices in life?" I want to help you explore these feelings and uncover the root causes so we can reveal the parts of you that feel alive and whole again. Do you remember the hopes and dreams you had as a child? What happened to those dreams? Life events or circumstances may have impacted them—some out of your control and some decisions you make consciously or unconsciously. If you have experienced trauma, especially sexual trauma, it can contribute to your mental, physical, and emotional struggles. Discussing sexual trauma is challenging, as it is often considered a taboo topic. You may feel unable to share your story with friends and family. This secrecy can be part of the toxic shame that leads to issues with self-esteem, relationships, intimacy, and other behavioral problems. Every person has the answers within themselves to reveal the shiny pearl in the bed of a sandy oyster. I would be honored to go on the journey with you.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we will start with brief introductions, including basic office protocol. Then, I will continue with the Intake, gathering background information. Then, we will determine your goals for therapy, which we will use in the follow-up sessions. I spend most of the session listening to the client to understand the issues and what the client hopes to gain from therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have been practicing for 16 years, and my passion has always been to help others. I am a good listener, and I trust my ability to be a wise guide on your journey. I believe that everyone has the answers within themselves to make the right choices. If you are ready to engage in the work of personal growth and healing, I am here to help you.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I enjoy working with women who may be focused on education, careers, or their families. I prefer working with an age range of late 20's up through 60 years old. I would be able to see a client who has Aetna insurance or Kaiser insurance within 48 hours if necessary.

About Cathy Martin