- Addictions support
- Family patterns
- Self esteem work
About Martha
Martha Sorenson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with 12 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem concerns, and major life changes. She also focuses on family of origin issues and related patterns that continue to affect functioning in adulthood.
Martha listens for the ways early family roles and expectations still shape day-to-day choices. Sessions tend to focus on concrete patterns - for example, codependent behavior, communication problems, or reactions tied to attachment issues. She helps people name these patterns and practice different ways of responding.
Therapy includes talking through difficult memories and current problems, developing coping skills for stress and mood shifts, and addressing substance-related challenges when they arise. Martha pays attention to feelings like guilt, shame, and isolation and to issues connected to divorce, separation, or immigration stressors.
Her background as an LICSW means she draws on clinical social work experience accumulated over a dozen years in Minnesota settings. That experience includes work with people facing domestic violence, post-traumatic stress, seasonal affective disorder, and personality-related difficulties.
Martha works in English. She does not accept international clients. If someone is unsure whether their concern fits, she recommends starting with the brief matching questionnaire used to schedule a first session.
Approaches used and how online work fits
Martha uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on trauma processing and addiction recovery. Trauma-focused work typically involves gently talking through distressing memories and teaching coping skills to reduce symptom flare-ups. Addiction-focused techniques include practical relapse-prevention strategies and skills for managing cravings and triggers.She also draws on approaches that address attachment and family patterns. These methods help people recognize how early roles and expectations still influence current relationships and behavior, and then practice new responses. The choice of method is collaborative; Martha works with each person to decide what fits their goals and preferences.
The biography did not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose a quieter environment or an option that does not require being on camera. Licensed professionals will discuss the practical set-up and pick an approach that meets the person's needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Martha helps adults with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. She also works on problems tied to family of origin and relationship patterns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style focuses on identifying repeating family patterns and practicing concrete alternatives. Sessions emphasize talking through experiences and building coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a practicing clinician. That time includes work with people facing addiction, post-traumatic stress, and difficult family dynamics.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Minnesota LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her practice is located in Minnesota.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not accepted at this time.
Which session formats does she provide?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working with her?
To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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