William Martinez, LCSW
Compassionate couples and family therapist
- Couples and family focus
- Trauma informed support
- Bilingual English and Spanish
About William Martinez
William Martinez is a licensed clinician with 15 years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, and families through times of crisis and persistent pain. He draws on clinical training and practical experience to help people manage trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship strains, and a wide range of life transitions. William collaborates with each person to build a clear care plan aimed at reducing distress and restoring functioning, with attention to realistic, skills-based strategies that fit everyday life.
He has particular expertise in couples and family communication, helping partners and caregivers strengthen connections and resolve miscommunication through structured, evidence-based interventions. He also works with families whose children present excessive fear, anger, or sadness, guiding parents and youth through difficult changes such as loss, unexpected events, or family crises. William is attentive to the needs of LGBTQ youth and young people with special needs, bringing sensitivity to identity and developmental differences.
William uses proven therapeutic frameworks including the Gottman Method for couples work, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for trauma recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - which authorizes him to provide clinical psychotherapy and care planning in California.
He has particular expertise in couples and family communication, helping partners and caregivers strengthen connections and resolve miscommunication through structured, evidence-based interventions. He also works with families whose children present excessive fear, anger, or sadness, guiding parents and youth through difficult changes such as loss, unexpected events, or family crises. William is attentive to the needs of LGBTQ youth and young people with special needs, bringing sensitivity to identity and developmental differences.
William uses proven therapeutic frameworks including the Gottman Method for couples work, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for trauma recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - which authorizes him to provide clinical psychotherapy and care planning in California.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does William Martinez have?
William Martinez has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults, youth, and families.
Is William Martinez a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds an LCSW. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 66399.
In which languages does William Martinez provide therapy?
William provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is William Martinez located?
He is located in California.
How can I work with William Martinez as my therapist?
You can work with William Martinez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does William Martinez work with international clients?
William Martinez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with William Martinez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Couples and Family Work
William combines several evidence-informed approaches suited to remote formats. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early bonds and current relationship patterns affect emotional needs and closeness; it helps clients explore connection, trust, and responses to abandonment or loss. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a structured approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. The Gottman Method offers practical tools for couples to improve communication, manage conflict, and rebuild friendship and intimacy through researched techniques.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. William works collaboratively with each person or couple to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors interventions so therapy aligns with what matters most to the client. This collaborative planning helps determine whether attachment work, CBT skills training, Gottman strategies, or a blend of methods will best support progress.
Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from home or work, and use timely coaching between sessions when helpful, while still working with licensed professionals who guide treatment and monitor progress.