Martina Cisneros, LCSW
Martina Cisneros, LCSW - Compassionate trauma and relationship therapist
- Trauma and relationship focus
- Multicultural affirming care
- Flexible online sessions
About Martina Cisneros
Martina Cisneros is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 21 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional and relational challenges. Licensed to practice in California and Texas, she specializes in areas including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, and a wide range of life transitions. Her practice also addresses family dynamics, parenting, ADHD, bipolar disorder, career concerns, and challenges related to identity and sexuality.
Her therapeutic work is rooted in culturally responsive, affirming care that honors each person's unique history and values. Martina draws from evidence-based methods to help clients strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, heal from isolation, and reconnect with personal purpose. She emphasizes a compassionate, collaborative relationship that supports identity exploration, multicultural concerns, women's issues, and adjustment during major life changes. Clients seeking help with workplace stress, recurring relationship patterns, or deeper self-understanding will find a therapeutic ally in her steady, empathetic approach.
Outside of clinical work Martina enjoys gardening, baking and cooking, reading, dancing, snow skiing, singing, exploring new cultures, traveling, camping, kayaking, volunteering, crafting, writing, and spending time with family, friends, and grandchildren.
Her therapeutic work is rooted in culturally responsive, affirming care that honors each person's unique history and values. Martina draws from evidence-based methods to help clients strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, heal from isolation, and reconnect with personal purpose. She emphasizes a compassionate, collaborative relationship that supports identity exploration, multicultural concerns, women's issues, and adjustment during major life changes. Clients seeking help with workplace stress, recurring relationship patterns, or deeper self-understanding will find a therapeutic ally in her steady, empathetic approach.
Outside of clinical work Martina enjoys gardening, baking and cooking, reading, dancing, snow skiing, singing, exploring new cultures, traveling, camping, kayaking, volunteering, crafting, writing, and spending time with family, friends, and grandchildren.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Martina Cisneros have?
Martina Cisneros has 21 years of clinical experience.
Is Martina Cisneros a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is licensed in California and Texas - CA LCSW 70335 and TX LCSW 69635.
In which languages does Martina Cisneros provide therapy?
Martina Cisneros provides therapy in English.
Where is Martina Cisneros located?
Martina Cisneros is located in Texas.
How can I work with Martina Cisneros as my therapist?
You can work with Martina Cisneros through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Martina Cisneros work with international clients?
Martina Cisneros does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Martina Cisneros cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care tailored to your needs
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and take committed actions that align with what matters to them. It supports coping with difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on meaningful change, and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that explores how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. By identifying patterns and testing new skills, clients often gain tools to reduce distress and manage symptoms related to stress, mood, and relationship challenges.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where clients lead the pace and focus of work. This approach supports self-exploration, identity development, and healing from trauma by prioritizing empathy and the client’s lived experience.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Martina will work with clients to determine which methods fit best based on individual goals, preferences, and the issues at hand, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage mobility or geographic limitations, and maintain continuity of care with licensed professionals.