charlie martin, msw, rsw

My name is Charlie Martin. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Montana and a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Calgary. The Master's program I attended was focused on counselling from a trauma informed perspective. I have worked in the helping professions for over a decade in several roles and have experience working with a diverse group of clients.  Since becoming a Clinical Social Worker, I have worked with children, adults, elders, individuals, couples, families, and groups. 

My approach to clinical work always begins with taking the time to build a strong therapeutic alliance. From there we can set goals and clients can work towards change, gain understanding, and grow into the person they want to be. I have experience helping people overcome their depression, anxiety, issues of low self-worth or esteem, relationship problems, maladaptive behaviors, ADHD and more. I would love to be the person that walks alongside you on your journey towards self-discovery and change. 

My approach to this work is trauma informed and person centered. I endeavor to humbly understand the individual needs and backgrounds of every client I get the pleasure of working with. Part of that work is understanding my own social position and privilege, as well as recognizing that my client's life experience often looks quite different from my own. The modalities I use in this work are as diverse as my clientele. I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and aspects of Attachment Therapy and Family Systems. In the future I plan to get specialized training in Hypnotherapy and EMDR.    

Charlie is culturally responsive, LGBTQIA2S+ affirmative and is accepting new clients.

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