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LMHC, MD, LCPC

Prof. Yovanna Martinez, LMHC, MD, LCPC

  • Experience25 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Yovanna

Prof. Yovanna Martinez offers care for people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, addictive behaviors, mood concerns and attention-related challenges such as ADHD.

Background and approach

With a client-focused stance she emphasizes respect, sensitivity and compassion while helping clients identify practical goals and steps toward a more balanced life. Drawing on 25 years of clinical work and credentials as an LMHC, MD, and LCPC, she adapts conversations and treatment plans to match each person's needs.

Her experience spans depression, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting and career issues as well as specialized concerns like compassion fatigue, bipolar disorder and co-occurring conditions. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she works with individuals across a wide range of personal and emotional challenges.

Prof. Martinez combines evidence-based methods with collaborative planning so clients can pursue clearer coping strategies and realistic change.

She accepts international clients and practices in Florida, offering ongoing support as people navigate life transitions, relationship difficulties, addiction recovery and other complex concerns.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that adapt to your needs

Client-centered therapy emphasizes the person's own perspective and strengths, inviting open dialogue and collaborative goal-setting to address issues like grief, relationship strain and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior and developing practical coping strategies for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges and sleep problems. Mindfulness Therapy encourages attention to the present moment and self-awareness practices that can reduce stress and support emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself; the therapist will collaborate with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences and life context. That process may involve trying techniques from different models and adjusting the plan over time so care remains relevant and effective for the individual's needs.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to make scheduling more flexible for clients in Florida and internationally. These formats allow people to access licensed professionals from different locations, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose the communication style that best supports their progress.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does she address?
Her practice covers a broad spectrum including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and LGBT issues, trauma and ADHD among other areas of focus.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with structured therapies such as CBT and solution-focused techniques to tailor sessions to each person's goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 25 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the credentials LMHC, MD, and LCPC and practices in Florida with licence details recorded as FL LMHC MH7880 and MD LCPC LC13316.
Does she work with clients in languages other than English?
Yes, sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and she also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessImmigration issuesIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida, Maryland

Languages

English, Spanish