- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship work
- Values-based action
About Suzanne
Suzanne Martinez is an Illinois LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 25 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common life pressures such as stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem, and career questions. She also supports people facing trauma, grief, addiction concerns, ADHD, and other life transitions.
She uses practical, action-oriented work alongside deeper conversations. Suzanne blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered approaches, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and existential ideas to help people clarify values and change unhelpful patterns. Sessions focus on identifying specific obstacles and trying concrete steps to move forward.
Her background includes longterm clinical work in Illinois and teaching on skills for psychological well-being. She has also served in roles that include mediation for circuit courts, which reflects experience with conflict resolution and dialogue skills. That experience informs how she helps people improve communication and set healthier boundaries.
In sessions she talks through what matters, notices patterns that get in the way, and practices different ways of responding. People often work on practical coping strategies, relationship conversations, and experiments to test new habits. The overall aim is clearer direction and more consistent choices that fit personal values.
Suzanne sees adults who want practical help with life changes and emotional challenges. If you are navigating early adult milestones like work, relationships, or moving toward clearer goals, she can help you sort options and plan next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and the feeling of being stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought patterns and testing them with practical experiments to change mood and behavior. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on how emotions shape relationships and communication, helping people practice new ways to connect and express needs.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Suzanne will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means checking in about what feels helpful and adjusting strategies over time rather than committing to a single method from the start.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it easier to continue therapy during life transitions like moves or job changes. Licensed professionals can use these approaches to support practical skills, communication practice, and experiments that carry into everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Suzanne works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem, career matters, trauma, grief, addiction concerns, ADHD, and related issues listed in her specialty areas.
How would she approach therapy with me?
She combines ACT, CBT, Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused work in practical ways. Sessions often include noticing patterns, trying small experiments, and focusing on values and communication.
What is her experience and background?
She has 25 years of clinical experience in Illinois and has taught on skills for psychological well-being. She also has experience as an Illinois Supreme Court Approved Mediator.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an IL LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) practicing in Illinois.
Does she speak other languages or take international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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