- Addictions support
- Trauma work
- Coping skills
About Martha
Martha Sorenson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Minnesota with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. Her practice also addresses related concerns such as attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, family conflict, and post-traumatic stress.
Martha keeps sessions practical and direct. She helps people name patterns that cause pain and tries out clearer ways of coping. Conversations often focus on concrete skills for managing strong emotions, reducing harmful behaviors, and repairing strained relationships.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on trauma, addiction, and shame. That means sessions include structured tools as well as time to talk through memories and reactions. Martha aims to help people reduce distress and make day-to-day life more manageable.
Martha has worked with a wide range of life stories over her 12 years in practice. That background shapes how she notices family of origin patterns, codependent dynamics, and the effects of long-term stress or isolation. Clients who struggle with guilt, shame, or problems connected to immigration and identity often find this useful.
Sessions are delivered in a straightforward, respectful tone. People can expect clear goals, practical feedback, and attention to safety when trauma or addiction are part of the picture. Before booking, confirm current session options and scheduling details.
Approaches used in online care and what they do
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to address trauma and addiction. Trauma-focused work can include methods that help people process painful memories and reduce their impact on daily life, often combining structured exercises with discussion. Addiction-focused approaches concentrate on reducing harmful behavior, building relapse prevention skills, and replacing unhelpful habits with safer routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to pick techniques that fit their goals, history, and what feels doable. That means trying options, checking what helps, and adjusting plans based on progress and preference.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which online or in-person options are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time. Discuss format choices when you schedule so sessions align with daily life and practical needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with big life changes. Additional focus areas include family problems, codependency, and post-traumatic stress.
What is her style in sessions?
Sessions are practical and direct, with an emphasis on identifying patterns and learning concrete coping skills. Conversation is balanced with structured techniques when useful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working with people facing trauma, addiction, and difficult family dynamics. That experience informs how she approaches assessment and treatment planning.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Minnesota LICSW - a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Minnesota.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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