- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Patrick
Patrick Martinez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, motivation, and life transitions. Patrick also supports people facing anger, addiction, grief, intimacy concerns, and career strain.
His approach is straightforward and conversational. Sessions are focused on what the client wants to change and practical steps to get there. He adjusts the pace and topics based on how a person responds, using clear strategies rather than jargon.
Patrick draws on client-centered therapy to build collaborative sessions where the client sets priorities. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavior changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and mindfulness practices show up when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are needed.
He also uses motivational interviewing to support people working through substance use, ambivalence about change, or low motivation. Treatment plans are goal-oriented and reviewed together so progress is visible. Patrick aims to help people learn practical tools they can use outside sessions.
Sessions are conversational, directive when useful, and focused on real-life problems. He encourages straightforward feedback and will adjust techniques if something is not helping. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled first session are used to get started.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client's priorities and experience. Online sessions using this approach begin with the client saying what matters most and the therapist reflecting that back to set goals and next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Online CBT often uses homework, brief skill practice, and review in the next session to change patterns linked to anger, anxiety, or low mood.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) supplies concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. When emotion regulation or distress tolerance is needed, DBT-style skills can be taught in sessions and practiced between meetings.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide whether CBT, DBT skills, or client-centered techniques best fit the goals, preferences, and life demands. Plans are adjusted if something isn’t working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people use therapy more consistently while keeping focus on skills and progress.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He lists anger alongside stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship concerns. Sessions focus on managing reactions and improving communication.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses client-centered sessions with practical methods. He combines CBT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing as appropriate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional work experience in counseling. That experience includes work with trauma, motivation, and mood concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Colorado. His location is listed as Colorado.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. No other languages are listed.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
He is not accepting international clients at this time. Work is focused on clients within his licensure region.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided through the platform.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the intake and planning.