AMANDA R MARTINEZ, LSW, MBA, CADC, EMDR
(she/her/hers)
About Me
As a Counselor at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, I provide non-judgmental, caring, and compassionate treatment to veterans and their families. I have over two years of experience in counseling, therapy, and addiction recovery, as well as a Master in Social Work and a Master in Business Administration. I am a U.S. Army Veteran, retired with global diversity, cultural sensitivity and equal opportunity knowledge and training. My mission is to help clients become the best version of themselves, whatever that may be. I use a client-centered approach that is tailored and individualized to each person's needs and goals. I am certified and trained in several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, a Licensed Social Worker, and a Certified Trauma Professional. I consider learning about someone's unique and personal story to be an honor and privilege. I look forward to professionally engaging with each client's internal world while walking alongside them on their journey.
Education & Experience
Master in Business Administration Master in Social Work
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
NASW, APA, ACA, NAMI, American Legion
Specialty Area
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Headaches/Migraines
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- First Responders
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Veteran Center
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Humana