Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

8 Endorsed

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(408) 662-1945

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You're a smart, sensitive soul who knows how to get shit DONE. People can count on you because you're the responsible, reliable "giver" who makes sure others' wants and needs are met. On the outside, it seems like you've got it all together. But your mind is often a maelstrom of worry and turmoil, anticipating worst-case scenarios and disaster. Your inner critic whispers (or shouts!) in your ear: "Maybe you're just not good enough...you're failing...you're a fraud." Your outer success is a double-edged sword, rewarding you with the external validation that makes you feel worthy but keeps you on the approval-seeking hamster wheel.

I get you because I've BEEN you, and know how work with your unique challenges. I have a warm, non-judgmental and individualized approach that can help you find an inner calm and grounded self-confidence that will stick over the long term. My clients have experienced profound healing and relief from anxiety and insecurity...and this is possible for you, too.

Curious? Set up a complimentary, no-pressure consultation to see if I might be a fit. I'm truly passionate about helping people just like you and am highly invested in my own personal growth and professional development - all of which enables me to to be a better therapist and keep the focus on YOUR wants, needs and goals. I look forward to connecting!

Call or Email Elisa Martínez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 662-1945

My Practice at a Glance

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Elisa Martinez, LMFT

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez, LMFT

South Pasadena, CA 91030

Offering accessible, effective and convenient online (or phone) therapy for adults throughout CA and SC. Get comfy and let's chat!

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Self Esteem

$225 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Are you a worrier? Overthinker? Burned-out perfectionist? I'll help you find the ease and grounded confidence you've been longing for!

Let's Connect (408) 662-1945

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Elisa Martinez, LMFT

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez, LMFT

South Pasadena, CA 91030

Offering accessible, effective and convenient online (or phone) therapy for adults throughout CA and SC. Get comfy and let's chat!

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Self Esteem

$225 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Are you a worrier? Overthinker? Burned-out perfectionist? I'll help you find the ease and grounded confidence you've been longing for!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $225
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Wire

Insurance

Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems - Aetna
Christian Brothers Services -
Concern
Health Scope - Aetna
Meritain Health
Nippon
Trustmark Health Benefits
Trustmark Small Business Benef
Out of Network

I am in-network with Aetna; otherwise, I am paid directly by my clients and can provide "superbills," which may be submitted to insurance for possible partial reimbursement (check your "out-of-network insurance benefits to see if you qualify!).

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 98689 Elisa Martinez
In Practice for 13 Years
Certificate from Brainspotting Trainings, Level 2 Phases 1 & 2; Expansion
Certificate from EMDRIA/EMDR Basic Training; Advanced Flash Technique
Attended John F. Kennedy University, Master of Arts, Holistic Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2011

I use compassionate, evidence-based therapeutic modalities to relieve and heal anxiety, trauma and self-esteem, including: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, Flash Technique, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Somatic Embodiment and Regulation Strategies, Mindfulness - and more.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Self Esteem

Expertise

Burnout
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
LGBTQ+
Perfectionism & Imposter Syndrome
Racial Identity
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Spirituality
Stress

Anxious thinkers...self-critical "doers"...burned-out professionals...you are exactly who I help! Let's create customized plan to find you some relief already and gently heal the underlying trauma fans the flames of your pain. I offer a flexible scheduling and a free, no-rush consultation to help you in your therapy search.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

8 Endorsements

Laura Grossman Therapy

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Elisa is an incredible clinician. If you want to someone to walk with you through the hard stuff with care, while helping you make meaningful and lasting change, then call Elisa.

Tonia Heath

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Elisa Martinez offers exceptionally warm, supportive, attuned and skilled psychotherapy services. Elisa has mastered a number of effective therapeutic modalities to help you heal and grow. I highly recommend Elisa.

Karen Ouse

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP, NARM

Elisa is a wonderful therapist. She brings warmth, kindness, and a wide range of skills and modalities to address a variety of clinical presentations. Her knowledge and understanding of trauma make her a much-needed therapist in our community.

Caroline S Rains

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Whenever I talk to Elisa she is telling me about a new training she attended or thing she learned in order to help her clients meet their goals. She is committed to meeting her clients where they are at and getting them to where they want to be.

Ellen Garfield, LMFT. Specializing in EMDR

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Elisa and I have been colleagues for many years and I’m struck by her professionalism and dedication to her work. She’s able to creatively and effectively combine multiple proven therapy modalities to really customize her clients’ experiences and growth.

Marcelle Little

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPH, MA

Elisa is highly intuitive and clear, providing a level of care that is life changing.

Carmen Montenegro-Sis

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Elisa is intelligent, highly intuitive, invested in her clients and has a calming presence about her. If I ever need a referral for burnt-out professionals, I am confident about sending clients to her as I know they will get high quality services.

Jennifer Leupp

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

If you're an adult struggling with anxiety, burnout, or trauma Elisa is a warm, compassionate therapist that is skilled in using treatments like IFS, Brainspotting and EMDR. I highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Deaf Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Deaf Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Brainspotting
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Emotional Freedom Techniques
Existential
Experiential Therapy
Flash Technique
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Trauma Focused

As a holistic anxiety, trauma and self-esteem specialist, I craft a compassionate, open-minded approach that meets you exactly where you're at. I'm trained in an array of proven anxiety- and trauma-informed modalities (Brainspotting, EMDR, IFS, Somatic-informed therapy, Flash Technique, and more) and my gentle-yet-effective style of therapy is designed to get you to where you want to be.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Elisa Martinez, LMFT

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(408) 662-1945

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Additional Location

Elisa Martínez, LMFT

South Pasadena, CA 91030

(408) 662-1945

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Offering accessible, effective and convenient online (or phone) therapy for adults throughout CA and SC. Get comfy and let's chat!

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Offering accessible, effective and convenient online (or phone) therapy for adults throughout CA and SC. Get comfy and let's chat!

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 662-1945

Elisa Martínez

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT