- Grief and hospice support
- Addiction and trauma
- Caregiver stress
About David
David Martinez is a licensed clinical social worker with 16 years of practice in New Mexico. He focuses on practical, direct help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, bipolar disorder, and grief. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and adapts sessions to what matters most to the individual.
He has worked with adults and children affected by serious mental health concerns and problematic drug use. That work included running domestic violence programs and supporting people dealing with the ripple effects of interpersonal family violence. He often helps people who are coping with loss, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and the day-to-day strain of parenting.
In sessions he tailors the conversation and plan to the person in front of him. He uses straightforward methods to address symptoms, develop new coping skills, and make small shifts that add up over time. He also supports people with questions about identity, commitment, and intimacy-related struggles.
David draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what a person needs, rather than using a single method for everyone. He integrates tools from cognitive behavioral work, attachment-focused thinking, narrative ideas, and motivational interviewing to shape goals and actions.
For people facing end-of-life questions or caregiving burdens, he brings experience with grief and hospice-related concerns and helps families and caregivers navigate practical and emotional choices. He welcomes international clients and conducts sessions in English.
He has worked with adults and children affected by serious mental health concerns and problematic drug use. That work included running domestic violence programs and supporting people dealing with the ripple effects of interpersonal family violence. He often helps people who are coping with loss, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and the day-to-day strain of parenting.
In sessions he tailors the conversation and plan to the person in front of him. He uses straightforward methods to address symptoms, develop new coping skills, and make small shifts that add up over time. He also supports people with questions about identity, commitment, and intimacy-related struggles.
David draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what a person needs, rather than using a single method for everyone. He integrates tools from cognitive behavioral work, attachment-focused thinking, narrative ideas, and motivational interviewing to shape goals and actions.
For people facing end-of-life questions or caregiving burdens, he brings experience with grief and hospice-related concerns and helps families and caregivers navigate practical and emotional choices. He welcomes international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
New Mexico
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how relationships shape feelings and behavior. It helps people understand patterns in close relationships and build more secure ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them. These methods can help with anxiety, grief, relationship strain, and coping with illness or caregiving demands.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That process may include trying different tools and adjusting the plan as things change.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let people connect from another location when in-person meetings are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt attachment and CBT techniques to work well in remote sessions, focusing on practical steps and relationship patterns that matter in everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, and related concerns like caregiving stress and chronic illness.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He adapts the style to each person, using practical talk, skill-building, and goal-focused conversation. The aim is to find concrete steps that fit a person's life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional experience working in mental health settings and running domestic violence programs.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW, licensed in New Mexico, and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.