What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Ms. Maria has been a huge source of support these last eight months. When I started I had overwhelming panic attacks and I could barely function. I feel so much better now with EMDR therapy. ”
ARMore than 1 year ago
“I have recommended several people to this group. They accept insurance, provide a consultation, schedule you within 2 weeks and get you feeling better from your symptoms. Thank you Maria and your center. ”
SCMore than 1 year ago
About Maria Martinez
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Maria Martinez
My name is Maria Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Being a therapist and helping individuals uncover their true potential and live authentic lives is both a passion and a calling. It is an honor to hear a person’s story and bear witness to their healing.
I use powerful tools such as EMDR therapy and IFS to help teens, young adults, and adults suffering from low self-esteem, anxiety, shame, and depression get to the root causes of their symptoms and heal deep wounds so they can flourish and live authentic lives. This is not about learning coping skills; it’s about connecting back to yourself.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Thank you for considering working with me. I promise that I am a good choice, but only if you’re ready to do this work with me. Therapy, where all we do is talk about how hard you have it and where you do not want to do the things that will take to get you better, will not work in the long run.
But if you’re ready to do this, then you will see results rather quickly. I will customize a treatment plan that will address the present symptoms bringing you to therapy, teach you coping skills that will help you relieve your symptoms in the moment, and then we will begin working on the deeply rooted factors that will enable long lasting symptom relief and healing.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Whether you’re meeting me online or in person, I will welcome you warmly. I am friendly and nice, and my office is warm and inviting. My oversized blue couch has received plenty of compliments for being soft and comfortable (some have even fallen asleep on it, but that’s a story for another day). In our first session, I aim to learn more about you – you will hear me say things like “Tell me what you feel ok to share” and “I have to earn your trust before you share anything that doesn’t feel comfortable.” We are going to chat and even laugh as we begin this journey ahead.
When life has been challenging and sharing our story is dreaded and painful, it makes a big difference when sharing it with someone who receives the story with kindness. There will be no judgment – only an invitation to join me as yourself. Your story is safe here in this space we will build together.
As we work together, you begin to reveal more about your life story, revealing more and more your views about yourself and the world around you. Telling me no longer feels dreaded or something that causes you to feel shame. I now have earned that trust I told you about when we first met. Sometimes, you catch yourself stopping to feel the air around you and the sun on your skin.It feels silly to notice those things! If you tell me about those things, I will answer you that this is joy. Joy is in those moments. As the work deepens, the shame and guilt are lighter. Often, others notice a different feeling about you before you do and point it out to you. What was once dreaded, the talking, and the work together is now welcomed: Therapy sessions have become something to look forward to rather than dreading.One day, you will realize that you have improved a lot. It will even be disturbing how at peace you feel; it’s so different to feel this way. We will work on that discomfort, too. When you leave therapy, you will be ok with your past, know how to be present with yourself, and look forward to your future
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $120-140 for 55 minutes
Office location
Maria Martinez, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master’s in Social Work
- University of California, Santa Barbara (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
- EMDR International Association
NPI number
1235636473
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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12 reviews
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Maria has been so nice with me. I feel much better talking to her, I know what to do with my negative thoughts now.
More than 1 year agoCT
My therapist was amazing. Helped me so much to process my trauma and panic attacks.
More than 1 year agoHW
So encouraging and helpful with my negative thoughts, and how to stop them.
More than 1 year agoMR
My daughter is feeling much better and is not so anxious going to school.
More than 1 year agoAG
Maria has been a wonderful therapist, I highly recommend her.
More than 1 year agoJD
Ms. Maria has been a huge source of support these last eight months. When I started I had overwhelming panic attacks and I could barely function. I feel so much better now with EMDR therapy.
More than 1 year agoAR
Highly recommend!
More than 1 year agoSB
I have recommended several people to this group. They accept insurance, provide a consultation, schedule you within 2 weeks and get you feeling better from your symptoms. Thank you Maria and your center.
More than 1 year agoSC
I am pleased to be working with Maria. She is flexible, and makes you feel comfortable right way. My anxiety has gotten much better.
More than 1 year agoCS
I love working with my therapist.
More than 1 year agoJS
Maria has helped me so much. She got back to me right away, she booked me soon, and I have felt much better since working with her.
More than 1 year agoCC
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Can I make an appointment with Maria Martinez online?
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What practice does Maria Martinez work with?
Maria Martinez works with Healing Blue Therapy.
Where is Maria Martinez's office located?
Maria Martinez has 2 office locations in Granada Hills, view full addresses on Maria Martinez's profile.
What languages does Maria Martinez speak?
Maria Martinez speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Maria Martinez in reviews?
12 patients have reviewed Maria Martinez. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.