Therapist profile
Akilah Martin, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- Gottman-informed tools
About Akilah
Akilah Martin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 10 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, parenting, grief, and related concerns. She also helps people facing ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and life transitions.
Martin completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of North Texas and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Sam Houston State University with a focus in marriage and family therapy. She holds LPC credentials in Texas and Arizona and has practiced with adults in community and clinical settings.
Her sessions start by listening to what the person wants to change. She views the client as the expert on their life and focuses on practical tools and skills. Common steps include identifying specific patterns, trying short skills between sessions, and reviewing what worked.
She uses techniques from several approaches to match a client’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods are used to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy guides how she follows the client’s priorities and pace. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and the Gottman Method when those tools fit the situation.
Her background includes work related to foster care, Department of Family Services cases, substance abuse, adjustment challenges, and various forms of abuse. That experience informs practical steps she offers for parenting stress, family problems, and communication challenges.
People who want straightforward, skills-focused sessions tend to be a good fit. Prospective clients should confirm the available session options before booking and follow the site's process to schedule an initial visit.
How sessions work
How her approaches shape online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's goals and pace. The therapist listens, reflects, and follows what the person says matters most. This approach helps when someone needs to clarify priorities or regain confidence in choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It breaks problems into manageable steps and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete skills to use between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides tools for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Short skills training and repeated practice can reduce impulsive reactions and improve communication over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then recommend techniques to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as the work progresses.
The original profile does not list which exact session formats are offered online, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discussing scheduling needs and preferred session length can help make appointments practical for parenting and family responsibilities.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Texas, Arizona
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, parenting challenges, grief, ADHD, and related concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She follows a client-centered approach that prioritizes the client's goals and uses practical skills from CBT and DBT when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of clinical experience working with adults in community and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with credentials in Texas and Arizona and practices from Texas.
Are sessions available in other languages or for international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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