LCSW

Martha Higgins, LCSW

Experience14 years
LocationOklahoma
Focus areasADHD, Relationship, and Self esteem
Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Martha

Martha Higgins is a licensed clinical social worker who integrates evidence-based methods to help people navigate emotional challenges and life transitions. She draws on 14 years of clinical experience to guide clients toward clearer self-understanding, improved relationships, and practical coping skills.

Background and approach

Her work emphasizes collaboration and compassion, helping people surface patterns that contribute to feeling stuck and design steps toward more satisfying daily functioning. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and communication problems, and ADHD.

She also works with issues such as attachment difficulties, impulsivity, codependency, caregiver stress, and career-related strain. Sessions focus on building resilience, reducing shame and guilt, and developing behavioral strategies that support lasting change.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them and supports moving toward valued actions; it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and addictive or impulsive responses. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in relationships and how those patterns affect current connections and emotional regulation, which can aid in addressing communication problems and attachment issues.

Determining the right approach is part of the work itself, and the therapist collaborates with each person to match methods to goals, needs, and personal preferences. Treatment plans are adapted over time so strategies remain relevant and practical rather than fixed choices imposed from the start.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life changes, to try shorter check-in formats, or to use real-time messaging as an adjunct to longer sessions, all while allowing licensed professionals to deliver evidence-informed interventions remotely.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?

Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and communication problems, ADHD, and related issues such as codependency, impulsivity, and caregiver stress.

What is the therapist's general approach to therapy?

She uses a collaborative, compassionate style drawing from approaches like ACT, CBT, DBT, attachment-based work, and client-centered methods to help clients develop insight and practical skills.

How much clinical experience supports this practice?

The therapist has 14 years of experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns and applies that background to individualized treatment planning.

What credentials and location are associated with the therapist?

The clinician holds LCSW credentials and is licensed with OR LCSW L14029 and OK LCSW 5374, practicing from Oklahoma.

Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered for remote care?

Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are sessions billed and what is the cost structure?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesSelf esteem Coping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issues Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purposeSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma, Utah, Oregon

Languages

English

What Martha can help with

Martha Higgins works with clients on relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching.

Martha works with individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes.

Martha works with women, young adults, and those experiencing workplace stress.

How Martha approaches therapy

Martha's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness Therapy.

Experience and training

Martha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Oklahoma, with 14 years of clinical experience.