David Martinez , LCSW

David Martinez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Mexico with 16 years of professional experience. He has supported people dealing with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder, bringing steady, compassionate care to both children and adults facing serious mental health challenges and problematic drug use.

He has worked extensively with individuals who have endured severe trauma and abuse and has led several domestic violence programs, gaining practical insight into the complex effects that interpersonal family violence has on loved ones. Throughout his work he emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique needs and circumstances.

David recognizes that beginning therapy can take significant courage and approaches intake as a collaborative step. He aims to tailor the therapeutic process to individual goals and situations, offering steady support as people take the first steps toward change.

Online Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Care

David Martinez draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early and ongoing relationship patterns influence current feelings and behaviors; this approach can be helpful for people struggling with intimacy, trust, or attachment-related concerns. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - a practical method often used for stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and coping with addictive behaviors. In addition, Client-Centered Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities to build insight and self-directed change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. David collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging adds flexibility for scheduling, reduces travel needs, and allows people to access licensed professionals from different locations. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life.