About

Suzanne Martinez is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Illinois with 25 years of professional experience. She maintains a private practice in Champaign, IL, and also provides services at the Counseling Center at the University of Illinois.

For more than two decades she has written and taught on developing skills for personal well-being and psychological growth. Since December 2020 she has been an Illinois Supreme Court Approved Mediator for Judicial Circuit Courts.

Her work is grounded in a strengths-based approach that helps people identify their goals and shape a clearer vision for their lives. She supports individuals and families with concerns such as depression, anxiety, and a range of relationship difficulties involving family members, roommates, partners, and friends.

Suzanne helps clients address mental blocks that arise in a competitive, busy society and offers guidance for coping with life and career challenges. She encourages anyone considering therapy to reach out and begin a path toward a brighter future.

Location:
Illinois, United States
Years Experience:
25
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Career, Coaching, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Anger, Attachment issues, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Depression, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Non-monogamous relationships, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Polyamory, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Separation, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LMFT 166000614
  • NPI Number: 1982857405
  • License: LMFT (Illinois) #166000614 exp 2027-02-28

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

A major benefit is flexibility - you can connect in the way that feels most comfortable, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That range of options often makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and if you decide you would prefer a different therapeutic fit you are free to switch to another provider. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, effective way to address everyday mental health concerns and life transitions.

How much experience does Suzanne Martinez have?

Suzanne Martinez has provided therapy services for 25 years.

Is Suzanne Martinez a licensed therapist?

Yes, Suzanne Martinez is a licensed therapist with IL LMFT 166000614.

In which languages does Suzanne Martinez provide therapy?

Suzanne Martinez provides therapy in English.

Where is Suzanne Martinez located?

Suzanne Martinez is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Suzanne Martinez as my therapist?

Clients can work with Suzanne Martinez by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Suzanne Martinez cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Suzanne Martinez. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.