Martin Olivares, LMFT

Martin Olivares is a licensed California therapist with 24 years of professional experience working with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, and depression. He is credentialed as an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and brings long-term clinical experience to each client interaction.

Martin emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. He works collaboratively with clients to explore patterns, strengthen communication, and develop practical strategies for coping and growth. Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, he supports and empowers people at every step as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.

Across his practice, Martin tailors his use of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to match each person’s needs, focusing on realistic goals and step-by-step progress. He aims to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and address the effects of trauma while honoring each person’s pace and priorities.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Martin draws on evidence-based techniques tailored to the issues listed in his practice. He uses skills-based strategies to help manage stress and anxiety - teaching practical tools for regulating emotions, reducing worry, and improving daily functioning. He also applies trauma-informed approaches for clients impacted by abuse or post-traumatic stress - focusing on pacing, safety, and processing difficult memories while addressing related symptoms like guilt and shame. Finally, his relationship-focused work helps couples and individuals improve communication, resolve control issues, and rebuild intimacy through guided dialogue and behavioral change.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Martin works collaboratively with each client to identify goals and preferences, then adjusts techniques to match their needs so progress feels realistic and sustainable.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy lives or limited local options. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access care with licensed professionals from home, maintain continuity when schedules change, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for discussing sensitive topics.