Prof. Yovanna Martinez

Compassionate therapist focused on practical change

LMHC, MD, LCPC Florida

Experience: 25 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English, Spanish

About Yovanna

Prof. Yovanna Martinez offers support for people seeking relief from stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationship challenges.

Background and approach

She emphasizes a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate working relationship, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each client's needs and goals. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she draws on 25 years of professional experience to help clients navigate life changes, manage anger, address trauma and abuse, and build coping skills.

Her background includes clinical work across many concerns such as parenting, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue, as well as additional focuses like caregiver stress, blended family issues, and substance-related problems. Holding credentials as LMHC, MD, and LCPC, she practices in Florida and accepts international clients.

Prof. Martinez offers a structured yet flexible approach aimed at supporting clients through practical strategies and compassionate guidance as they work toward clearer goals and improved day-to-day functioning.

Approaches for Change in an Online Setting

Prof. Yovanna Martinez frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; this approach is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating an accepting therapeutic relationship and supporting clients as they explore their own goals and values. Mindfulness Therapy is another tool in her work, introducing present-focused attention and grounding practices that can assist with emotion regulation and stress reduction.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Prof. Martinez works with clients to clarify their goals, assess what techniques feel most useful, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds. This partnership helps tailor interventions to each person's preferences and evolving needs rather than relying on a single method from the outset.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow clients to fit therapy into busy lives, continue support while traveling or living abroad, and select the communication style that best supports their engagement and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Prof. Martinez address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and relationship difficulties, along with concerns like parenting, sleep problems, and career transitions.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

Her approach blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques, aiming to combine practical skill-building with empathetic listening.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 25 years of professional experience helping people manage life stressors, emotional challenges, and behavioral concerns.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds LMHC, MD, and LCPC credentials and is licensed to practice in Florida; she also accepts international clients.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Yes, she is fully bilingual in English and Spanish and is available to work with international clients.

Which session formats are available for remote care?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are needed to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGrief Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessImmigration issuesIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida, Maryland

Languages

English, Spanish