- Client-centered care
- Practical CBT tools
- Spanish and English
About Sandra
Sandra Grace Martinez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people coping with stress and anxiety. She works with individuals facing trauma, grief, depression, anger, and issues like self-esteem and addiction. Sandra aims to meet each person where they are and to tailor conversations and plans to real life needs.
Sandra uses straightforward, respectful communication in sessions. She prioritizes sensitivity and compassion while talking through problems and building practical steps forward. Clients can expect a mix of listening, reflection, and concrete tools to try between meetings.
With 14 years of experience, Sandra has worked with a wide range of concerns from relationship and intimacy-related issues to sleep and eating struggles. She also supports people dealing with career stress, caregiver strain, chronic illness, ADHD, and complex patterns like codependency or attachment issues.
Her approach draws on several therapeutic styles. Sandra draws from client-centered methods to keep the conversation focused on the person. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify unhelpful thoughts and DBT skills for managing strong emotions. Elements of attachment-based and Jungian ideas inform deeper work when it fits the client’s goals.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling through the site. Sandra encourages any small step forward and works collaboratively to shape therapy to each person’s life.
Sandra uses straightforward, respectful communication in sessions. She prioritizes sensitivity and compassion while talking through problems and building practical steps forward. Clients can expect a mix of listening, reflection, and concrete tools to try between meetings.
With 14 years of experience, Sandra has worked with a wide range of concerns from relationship and intimacy-related issues to sleep and eating struggles. She also supports people dealing with career stress, caregiver strain, chronic illness, ADHD, and complex patterns like codependency or attachment issues.
Her approach draws on several therapeutic styles. Sandra draws from client-centered methods to keep the conversation focused on the person. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify unhelpful thoughts and DBT skills for managing strong emotions. Elements of attachment-based and Jungian ideas inform deeper work when it fits the client’s goals.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling through the site. Sandra encourages any small step forward and works collaboratively to shape therapy to each person’s life.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
How Sandra’s approaches translate to online work
Many of Sandra’s methods adapt well to an online setting. Client-centered therapy centers conversation and the client’s goals, which helps shape sessions no matter the delivery method. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing new skills, a straightforward approach that translates into clear exercises and homework people can use between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills that can be taught, practiced, and reviewed in virtual appointments.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sandra will work with each person to pick which methods fit their needs and goals. She adjusts the mix of techniques based on what a person responds to and what practical changes they want to make.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Others value having access to support in their own language, and Sandra offers sessions in English and Spanish. Talk with Sandra during the intake steps to decide how to structure sessions so they work with everyday life and personal routines.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sandra commonly address?
Sandra works with stress and anxiety and related issues such as trauma and abuse, grief, depression, self-esteem, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related struggles.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is respectful and practical. She blends client-centered listening with CBT and DBT techniques to help people manage thoughts and strong emotions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 14 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
In which languages are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start therapy?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.