Last edited 03/02/2023
Sonia Martin
She / Her / Hers
Accepting New Clients
Identifies As
She / Her / Hers
Get To Know Me
What’s the most profound, insightful, or interesting thing you’ve learned as a mental health professional?
My career trajectory has lent itself to various approaches to the therapeutic relationship. Much of my interactions have been a non-traditional setting, less of a one on one office environment. When working on outreach I learned that speaking with someone at their street location for 15 minutes can be just as powerful as a full hour session in an office. Therapy can look very different from what we imagine or how it is traditionally portrayed, and often can be just as effective.
How does collaboration with other providers play into your work?
Throughout my career I have always worked as part of an interdisciplinary team. I have always found that talking out a case, especially when particularly challenging can open up new approaches and avenues to benefit the client. Ensuring that one has all the information about the client so as to view them from all angles is a key to robust treatment.
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
Mental health has always been in the forefront of my life since I was a child. Many members of my family have struggled with bi-polar disorder including my grandmother who lived with us for about 10 years. This is what brought me to the field and inspired me to want to provide support for those struggling with their mental health. This has given me an inherent patience and compassion for those with mental health issues and my clients in particular.
Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyAddictionBipolar disorderNarcissism
General Expertise
Relationship IssuesRace & Cultural IdentitySocial AnxietyAnger managementCodependencyDrug addiction & abuseHoardingLife transitionsMood disordersObsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD)Personality disordersPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Psychotic DisordersSchizophreniaTraumaWomen's issuesCouples
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)The Gottman Method
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual TherapyCouples Counseling
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaCignaUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)All Savers InsuranceNippon Life Insurance Company of AmericaOptum
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $150 |
| Individual Therapy: | $150 |
| Couples Counseling: | $150 |
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 086062
Training/CertificationsMindfulness, CBT -- CUCS
Education
Masters of Social Work, Clinical Practice with Individuals and Families, Hunter College
Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, University of Vermont
Work HistoryI have a wide range of experience in the field and have worked with diverse populations for the duration of my career.
My recent role as a Director has given me the opportunity to train and teach staff in clinical interventions. I have also been able to provide crisis intervention, non traditional therapy, and general mental health assessment as well. Each week I also run a clinical meeting that involves the clinical management staff as well as the on site psychiatrists. We discuss difficult cases and clinical interventions that would best benefit our most challenging and vulnerable clients.
For the ten months I have branched out to traditional one on one therapy. This has been extremely rewarding and is part of the reason that I am looking to transition into a therapist role full time. I have enjoyed exercising my clinical skills in a more traditional therapeutic dynamic.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Sonia Martin, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Sonia Martin accepting new clients?
Yes, Sonia Martin is accepting new clients.
Does Sonia Martin accept insurance?
Yes, Sonia Martin accepts insurance, including Aetna, All Savers Insurance, Cigna, Nippon Life Insurance Company of America, Optum, UMR and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Sonia Martin offer?
Sonia Martin offers therapy for couples and individuals.
Does Sonia Martin offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in New York can book Sonia Martin for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Sonia Martin offer online therapy?
Yes, Sonia Martin offers online therapy to people in New York.
How quickly can I see Sonia Martin?
Sonia Martin typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Sonia Martin speak?
Sonia Martin conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Sonia Martin online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Sonia Martin online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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