Jessica Martinez

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I utilize cultural competency in understanding and making connections and building a therapeutic alliance with my clients. Understanding the role culture contributes to client's values and belief as well as understanding the cultural impact on family, relationships, and functioning, is imperative and welcomed in the therapeutic space.

Narrative

I utilize Narrative Therapy in allowing the client to detail the stories of the current and past circumstances of their lives from their point of view. Deconstructing maladaptive thoughts and beliefs and allowing the client to re-create and/or re-author their story and create desired outcomes.

Racial trauma treatment

I utilize cultural competence in addressing how racial trauma impacts individuals in a multitude of areas of life including but not limited to, relationships, employment, education, parenting, society, and politics etc. I utilize empathy, understanding, and active listening while creating a space for individuals to express their concerns with a therapist who has first hand experience with racial trauma and its impacts on mental health.

Feminist

I utilize feminist therapy to normalize and validate the impact of societal norms on day to day functioning. I utilize strengths based and empowerment to assist clients in setting healthy boundaries and utilizing assertive communication to advocate for themselves.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I assist clients I’m identifying challenging areas and guide clients in setting and commuting to their goals. I will gently challenge client to follow through on commitments made to themselves and work toward addressing any barriers towards accomplishing these goals.