What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Ruben is a thoughtful, compassionate, and highly effective therapist. He creates a space where I feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected, while also offering practical guidance that I can apply in everyday life. His insight and support have helped me better understand myself, navigate challenges, and make meaningful progress. I‚Äôm very grateful for our work together and would highly recommend Ruben to anyone looking for a skilled and caring therapist.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Ruben Martinez
Focus areas
Anger Management
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Stress Management
Depression
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Brainspotting
EMDR
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Gestalt
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Ruben Martinez
Hi there, I'm Ruben!
I am a bilingual and bicultural Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing out of the Los Angeles area. For more than a decade, I have supported clients and families across diverse communities. I also serve as a Clinical Trainer in a Los Angeles university setting, where I provide education on trauma, resilience, and well-being.
My focus
Therapy should feel safe, respectful, and affirming. I provide LGBTQIA+ affirmative care, and I work with adolescents and adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. I also work well with athletes who are navigating pressure, identity shifts, and performance-related stress.
My approach
You are the expert in your own life, and therapy is always client-centered and collaborative. I help clients regulate emotions, strengthen coping, and build resilience while navigating life’s challenges. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded by how the brain and nervous system respond to stress, to support both well-being and performance.
My communication style
I work gently to create a comfortable and inclusive space in both Spanish and English. I blend compassion with directness, reflection with practical tools, and evidence-based care with respect for your strengths, pace, and goals. My aim is for you to feel understood, supported, and actively helped in session.
My goals for you
Therapy goals are always client-led. My role is to help you better understand patterns, build effective skills, process difficult experiences safely, and make meaningful progress toward the changes that matter most to you.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University, Fullerton, Master's in Clinical Counseling
NPI number
1447487012
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Very friendly and understanding
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ruben is a thoughtful, compassionate, and highly effective therapist. He creates a space where I feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected, while also offering practical guidance that I can apply in everyday life. His insight and support have helped me better understand myself, navigate challenges, and make meaningful progress. I’m very grateful for our work together and would highly recommend Ruben to anyone looking for a skilled and caring therapist.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Very friendly and understanding
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Ruben Martinez work with?
Ruben Martinez works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ruben Martinez?
Ruben Martinez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ruben Martinez on their profile.
What languages does Ruben Martinez speak?
Ruben Martinez speaks English and Spanish.