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Christina Martinez

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Oakland, CA 94609
To live is to feel pain in its various expressions. Our relationships with our family systems are often the blueprint by which we respond to the experience. Certain responses can result in experiences of depression, anxiety, or the habitual urge to numb ourselves. The ability to experience, hold space for, and then release our pain is the path to healing, where your heart and mind stop fighting and arrive together, finding acceptance, peace, and understanding. "The climb might be tough and challenging, but the view is worth it. There is a purpose for that pain; you just can’t always see it right away." – Victoria Arlen.
I would describe myself as a heart-centered therapist who works from a “bottom-up” perspective, driven by a passion for universal truth, human connection, congruence, and nurturance of self-worth and core wounds. My foundation is grounded upon Systems Theory, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Theory, Somatic/Polyvagal Theory, & Mindfulness.
With great respect for the therapeutic process, I welcome you to explore your internal landscape, foster curiosity, and attune to the relationship with your physical and emotional experience, and release the weight on your heart or learn to hold it gently, in an endeavor to promote alignment of your truth within internal, social, and family systems.
Call or Christina Martinez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 582-2483

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Curiosity Center

Oakland, CA 94609

(650) 582-2483

Redwood City, CA 94062

My website
I specialize in Self Esteem, Grief and Life Transitions 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (650) 582-2483
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Curiosity Center

Oakland, CA 94609

(650) 582-2483

Redwood City, CA 94062

My website
I specialize in Self Esteem, Grief and Life Transitions 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance
  • CareAdvantage
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Medi-Cal
  • Mutual of Omaha
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Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
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Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 582-2483

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 141403 Christina Martinez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended California State University, Fresno, M.S. Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling, Graduated 2020
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My 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training at Rooted Heart Yoga has been my foundation for breath-work, mindfulness, and body awareness.
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 582-2483
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My 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training at Rooted Heart Yoga has been my foundation for breath-work, mindfulness, and body awareness.
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 582-2483

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 582-2483
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Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 582-2483

4 Endorsements

Lezah Pope
Lezah Pope
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Christina is an incredible therapist who has so much wisdom and compassion in her heart for the work that she does. She has such an ability to empathize with and deeply understand those that she works with, and is incredibly skilled in somatic and IFS work
Daisee Duran
Daisee Duran
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Christina is a therapist who leads with her heart when working with her clients. She embodies a space of openness and curiosity.
Mary Wade
Mary Wade
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Christina has a unique ability to support client's connect with their bodies and gain a deeper understanding of their emotional experiences. Her guidance provides supportive empowerment guiding client's in a holistic way toward growth and healing.
Dario Sarmienta
Dario Sarmienta
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Christina is a dedicated therapist who brings warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism to her work. Having worked alongside her for several years, I've seen her thoughtful approach to supporting clients and her commitment to helping people grow and heal.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Child-Parent Psychotherapy; Parent-Child relations
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 582-2483
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 582-2483

Location

Primary Location

The Curiosity Center

Oakland, CA 94609

(650) 582-2483

Additional Location

Redwood City, CA 94062

(650) 582-2483
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 582-2483
Photo of Christina Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Christina Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 582-2483