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Lance Martin, LMHC

  • Experience16 years
  • LocationWashington
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, LGBT, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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About Lance

Lance Martin is a Washington-licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. He also supports people working on self-esteem, motivation, and LGBT questions.

Background and approach

His first aim is to create a respectful, sensitive space for someone starting therapy. He works from a few well-known therapy approaches and adapts them to each person’s needs.

Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. Conversations are collaborative and paced to the client’s comfort level.

With 16 years of experience as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor, he has worked with a range of emotional and life challenges. He draws on cognitive behavioral tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and on client-centered methods to keep the work grounded in each person’s experience.

Lance also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. Internal Family Systems ideas may come into play to make sense of conflicting feelings and inner parts without judgment.

He says the first step takes courage, and he aims to support people through that process. He tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation.

If you want to explore working together, follow the site steps to start the matching process and schedule an initial session.

How his approaches work for online therapy

Internal Family Systems can help people name and talk with different inner parts that hold worry, shame, or strong urges. IFS-style work often makes intense feelings easier to understand and manage in everyday life.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed steps toward them. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and situations where people feel stuck or unsure what matters most.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and following the client’s pace. This approach creates room for people to guide sessions and feel heard as they work through concerns.

Lance approaches choosing methods as a team effort. He will help figure out which approach, or mix of approaches, fits a person’s goals and preferences. That decision evolves from real conversations about what feels useful and realistic.

If you are considering online therapy, check the booking details to confirm which session formats are currently offered. Online work can make scheduling easier, help fit sessions into a busy day, and avoid travel time. Different formats also suit different needs - for example, shorter phone check-ins can fit a work break, while video sessions allow for face-to-face interaction. Confirm available options when you schedule to make sure they match your routine and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues. He also works with a range of additional focuses such as autism, first responder topics, and sexual health questions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is collaborative and practical, using clear goals and step-by-step work. Conversations are respectful and adapted to each person’s needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional experience as a mental health counselor. That background informs a range of clinical approaches he uses in sessions.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds the LMHC credential and practices in Washington. The profile lists his professional credential as LMHC.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are also accepted for work across borders.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. The site’s booking flow will list the formats offered at the time you schedule.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability shown in the booking process.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issues

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposePolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English