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About Me

My name is Eli (pronounced EH-lee) Martinez, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating OCD and anxiety‐related disorders, including panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, phobias, etc. I entered the mental health field after growing up Mexican American in a community where mental health was rarely talked about. That experience shaped my belief that healing begins when people have permission to speak openly about their inner world.

Therapeutic Approach

I work from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy foundation and frequently use Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I strive to create a supportive, culturally attuned space where clients can face fears, build new skills, and reconnect with what matters most to them.

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Credentials & Experience

I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Fox University. My professional background includes residential treatment, IOP settings, community mental health, and administrative work supporting clinical operations.

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Outside the Office

Outside of work, I try to spend as much time as I can outdoors, whether it is hiking, playing tennis, or roller-skating. When I’m home, I’m often lost in a high‐fantasy book or whatever fiction has caught my attention that week. I treasure time with friends and family, and I end most days curled up with my Siamese cat, Mudkip, who is never far from my side

I am supervised by  Judith Faustima, LMFT