Dr. Martha Coetzee, MD

Dr. Martha Coetzee, MD

Psychiatrist
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Dr. Martha Maria Coetzee is a board-certified Psychiatrist and Addiction Psychiatrist with extensive international training. She completed her medical education at the University of Pretoria in South Africa, followed by seven years of postgraduate residency across multiple specialties. After moving to the U.S. in 1994, she completed 27 months of fellowship training in forensic, addiction, and child & adolescent psychiatry. She has served as a visiting scientist and Research Assistant Professor and has broad experience treating adults, including uniformed personnel and those with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. She recently retired from a full-time Chief Medical Officer role. Dr. Coetzee takes a patient-centered, bio-psycho-social approach to care. She values open communication and actively encourages both positive and constructive feedback to guide treatment. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and validated throughout their care. Dr. Coetzee prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship. She conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, gathers collateral information when appropriate, and uses baseline rating scales to understand patient concerns and goals. She collaborates with patients—and families if desired—to develop personalized treatment plans based on individual history, needs, and preferences, while tracking progress over time.

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About Dr. Martha Coetzee

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Medication Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Eating Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bipolar Disorder
LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Psychodynamic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Martha Coetzee

Dr. Martha Maria Coetzee is a board-certified Psychiatrist and Addiction Psychiatrist with extensive international training. She completed her medical education at the University of Pretoria in South Africa, followed by seven years of postgraduate residency across multiple specialties. After moving to the U.S. in 1994, she completed 27 months of fellowship training in forensic, addiction, and child & adolescent psychiatry. She has served as a visiting scientist and Research Assistant Professor and has broad experience treating adults, including uniformed personnel and those with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. She recently retired from a full-time Chief Medical Officer role. Dr. Coetzee takes a patient-centered, bio-psycho-social approach to care. She values open communication and actively encourages both positive and constructive feedback to guide treatment. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and validated throughout their care. Dr. Coetzee prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship. She conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, gathers collateral information when appropriate, and uses baseline rating scales to understand patient concerns and goals. She collaborates with patients—and families if desired—to develop personalized treatment plans based on individual history, needs, and preferences, while tracking progress over time.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Self-Harm / Injury
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
  • Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria Medical School, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Connecticut Medical Center, Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry

NPI number

1215914593

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Which board certifications does Dr. Martha Coetzee have?

Dr. Martha Coetzee is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Martha Coetzee?

Dr. Martha Coetzee frequently sees patients for Addiction / Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, and Depression. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Martha Coetzee on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Martha Coetzee speak?

Dr. Martha Coetzee speaks English.

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