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Lance Martin, LMHC
Washington
Washington LMHC - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Lance
Lance Martin is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 16 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and LGBT issues, and supports people navigating those problems.
He uses clear, structured methods in sessions. Conversations focus on what’s happening now and on specific thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that keep problems going. Sessions are practical and action-oriented, with small experiments to try between meetings.
Alongside cognitive behavioral work, he draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered approaches. That mix lets him help people notice unhelpful thinking, practice mindful awareness, and clarify personal values. He also uses existential ideas when clients want to examine meaning, purpose, or life choices.
Martin has additional experience with autism and Asperger syndrome, BDSM and kink communities, first responder stress, grief and end-of-life issues, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, postpartum concerns, seasonal mood changes, sex-related problems, social anxiety, and young adult challenges. He brings sixteen years of practice to these topics and adapts sessions to the person’s situation.
People meet him for step-by-step strategies to reduce anxiety, build confidence, manage depressive periods, and improve how they relate to others. His style emphasizes simple skills, short experiments, and checking what actually helps in everyday life.
How cognitive and acceptance approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without trying to eliminate them, then choose actions that match their values. It can help with anxiety, low mood, and questions about life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors. It is practical and goal-focused, useful for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, reflection, and supporting the client’s own problem-solving. It can be useful when someone needs space to clarify feelings or make decisions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods together, and adjust what they do based on what helps. That collaborative process often means combining techniques to fit the person’s needs.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, avoid travel, or have shorter check-ins when time is limited. Licensed professionals can use these sessions to teach skills, review exercises, and plan experiments to try between meetings.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with most?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, and LGBT-related issues, plus a range of additional topics listed on his profile.
How does he use CBT in sessions?
He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tests new responses through small experiments between sessions.
What is his clinical background?
He has 16 years of professional experience working with mood, anxiety, identity, and relationship concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds a Washington LMHC credential and practices from Washington state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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