About Lance
Lance Martin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and LGBT concerns. He supports those working on self-esteem, motivation, confidence, and relationship challenges. He aims to make the first step toward change feel manageable and respectful.
Lance frames therapy as a collaborative process. He listens first, then tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs. He uses straightforward language and practical tools so people can try things between sessions.
How Lance works
His background includes 16 years of professional experience in counseling. Over that time he has worked with a wide range of concerns including social anxiety, seasonal mood shifts, postpartum depression, and issues related to sex and alternative relationship styles. He has also supported people facing guilt and shame, hospice and end-of-life worries, and questions about life purpose.
In sessions he draws from several approaches to match what the person prefers. These include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. He adapts techniques to each situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.
Lance conducts therapy in English and is available to work with international clients. He asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits their needs. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
Lance lists 8 ways of working on the entry:
What Lance works with
The areas below are the ones Lance selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Depression
- First responder issues
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Life purpose
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Relationship issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sex addiction
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 16 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Washington |
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Online support options
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on actions that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life purpose questions because it encourages committed action even when emotions feel heavy.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns and build new behaviors, which is often helpful for anxiety, social phobia, and mood concerns.
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and pace. The therapist follows the client's lead, offering empathic listening and reflection so a clearer path forward can emerge.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, try out techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed plan.
For online therapy logistics, confirm the specific session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce commute time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. People often find remote meetings help keep continuity between appointments and support steady progress without rearranging their entire schedule.
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