Hello!
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 24 years of experience in Illinois, serving both my private practice in Champaign, IL, and at the Counseling Center at the University of Illinois. Over the past two decades, I have also written and taught extensively on developing skills for personal well-being and psychological growth. As of December 2020, I am proud to be an Illinois Supreme Court Approved Mediator for Judicial Circuit Courts.
My approach is strengths-based, helping you to tap into your aspirations and develop a clear vision for your life. I can assist you with concerns such as depression, anxiety, and relationship issues with family, roommates, partners, and friends. I am here to help you overcome any mental blocks you may encounter in today’s competitive and busy society. Remember, you don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s chat and start your journey towards a brighter future!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
IL LMFT 166000614
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Suzanne Martinez is a God send! I love her. If I send a message, she responds as soon as she can & usually it's right away. She gives exercises for me to do to help with my anxiety & she's very uplifting. She's super sweet & funny which helped with my nerves. I highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 20, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Suzanne has truly been a blessing in my life! She has been there to show me healthier ways to deal with my anxiety, listen to my problems, and help me with better thought processes. I am so thankful for her work, and care. I couldn’t recommend a better therapist!!
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Suzanne is my first ever therapist and I couldn’t be happier. I am comfortable sharing feelings and struggles without judgement, yet also being held accountable to make necessary changes towards becoming the person I want to be.
Written on Jun 27, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
I always appreciate her!!
Written on May 12, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 years and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
When I’m lost or in transition Suzanne has gently guided me to self enlightenment with wonderful tools that empower me and allow me relief. I have seen many therapists but this is the first time I’VE been seen. Thank you, Suzanne!!
Written on Feb 04, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Suzanne is a talented therapist. She listens and gives great advice that allows me to make good independent decisions. I whole heartedly trust her to be with me on my mental wellness journey.
Written on Feb 01, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes