- Family of origin patterns
- Relationship communication
- CBT and ACT methods
About Martina
Martina Cisneros is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 21 years of clinical experience. She practices in Texas and previously held licensure in California. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship patterns, parenting strain, addictions, and other concerns tied to family of origin and life transitions.
Martina focuses on helping people recognize how childhood roles and expectations continue to shape current choices. She talks through relationship dynamics and communication habits that repeat from earlier family life. Sessions also address intimacy-related worries, identity questions, and issues connected to adoption, attachment, and abandonment experiences.
Her approach blends practical, evidence-informed methods. Martina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and actions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to clarify values and move toward them, and mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness. She also draws on client-centered principles to keep the work focused on what matters to each person.
Sessions center on clear goals and concrete skills. People can expect work on communication, emotion regulation, coping with change, and patterns around control or codependency. Martina also supports those facing caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and recovery from loss.
Outside of practice she enjoys gardening, cooking, and spending time with family and grandchildren. Her personal interests include travel, reading, and outdoor activities like camping and kayaking.
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people identify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. It is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with concrete behavioral experiments. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or stress concerns. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotion regulation, which can support relationship and grief work.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review goals, preferences, and what has helped in the past, then try methods that fit those needs. Sessions can be adjusted over time based on what the client finds useful.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-in sessions when needed, and remove travel time. Some approaches lend themselves to worksheets, in-session exercises, and short between-session practices that translate well to virtual meetings. Licensed professionals can guide which methods and session rhythms will best fit the client’s routine.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
California, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship patterns, grief, parenting strain, addictions, and family of origin issues.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, collaborative style that focuses on goals and skill building. Methods include CBT, ACT, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, and client-centered work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 21 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she based and what are her credentials?
She is an LCSW practicing in Texas and has held licensure in California as well.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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