- CBT
- ACT
- Mindfulness
About Lance
Lance Martin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with 16 years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles, and LGBT issues. He also lists a focused interest in guilt and shame and related topics.
He uses clear, direct conversation to help people sort what matters most. Sessions often look at thoughts, behavior, and values so a person can make choices that fit their life. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice patterns and try different responses.
Martin also uses client-centered and mindfulness-based approaches. That can mean steady listening, reflective questions, and simple practices to slow down intense feelings. He can help people weigh difficult decisions, cope with loss or hospice and end-of-life concerns, and address issues tied to sexuality or non-traditional relationship arrangements.
He has worked with first responders, people exploring kink and BDSM cultures, and those navigating autism or Asperger-related challenges. His work includes attention to postpartum depression, seasonal mood shifts, social anxiety, and sex-related concerns. He mentions life purpose and young adult transitions as areas he often sees.
Sessions focus on practical steps someone can try between meetings. To begin, he asks about current struggles, what someone values, and what small changes might be realistic. People are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to start the process.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed actions even when uncomfortable feelings are present. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and persistent guilt or shame. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and introduces practical experiments to test unhelpful beliefs. It is useful for stress, social anxiety, and low mood. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflective feedback to help someone make sense of their experience and decide what matters next.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to identify which approaches fit the person's goals and preferences. That collaborative decision making can change over time as needs evolve.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, many people find remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, such as arranging shorter check-ins, avoiding travel time, or choosing less bandwidth-heavy options when needed. Licensed professionals adapt techniques like ACT and CBT for remote work so that practical exercises and follow-up tasks can be used between sessions.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship concerns, and LGBT issues. He also lists focus areas such as guilt and shame and end-of-life matters.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to examine unhelpful thoughts and values. The work aims to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding.
What is his professional background?
He has 16 years of clinical experience and lists work with first responders, people exploring kink and BDSM cultures, and clients dealing with autism-related concerns.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He is an LMHC licensed in Washington and practices in that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does indicate that international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.