Dr. Rita Martin, LPC
- Team-based goal setting
- Build self acceptance
- Change self sabotaging patterns
About Dr. Rita Martin
Dr. Martin earned a Master of Arts in Student Personnel Services, Counseling from Northwestern State University of Louisiana in May 2011, and later completed a Doctor of Behavioral Health at Arizona State University in December 2017. She is licensed as a Professional Counselor in Louisiana (#5115), Texas (TX LPC 83930), and Oregon (OR LPC C6691). Dr. Martin provides therapy in English and brings 10 years of experience supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family challenges, grief, anger, sleep difficulties, compassion fatigue, ADHD, parenting concerns, and self-esteem struggles.
For documentation, Dr. Martin does not keep separate progress notes or personal information about clients on the BetterHelp service. Instead, she writes a recap of each session in the message board within the client portal so sessions are documented and available for clients to access, save, and keep for their records.
Areas of Expertise
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Rita Martin have?
Dr. Rita Martin has 10 years of experience.
Is Dr. Rita Martin a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Rita Martin holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas (TX LPC 83930) and Oregon (OR LPC C6691).
In which languages does Dr. Rita Martin provide therapy?
Dr. Rita Martin provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Rita Martin located?
Dr. Rita Martin is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Dr. Rita Martin as my therapist?
Dr. Rita Martin can work with clients through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits the client’s needs and preferences.
Does Dr. Rita Martin work with international clients?
No. Dr. Rita Martin does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Rita Martin cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Dr. Rita Martin draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted effectively to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, then practice new ways of responding to stressors. It is often used when someone wants clearer coping skills for anxiety, depression, stress, or self-defeating habits.Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional patterns and strengthening connection, making it especially relevant for relationship and family concerns. Mindfulness Therapy supports learning to observe thoughts and feelings with more steadiness, which can be helpful when emotions feel overwhelming, sleep is disrupted, or anger and stress are hard to manage.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Martin collaborates with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and current challenges, then adjusts the pace and tools to fit what is most helpful and realistic.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to keep care consistent around work, parenting demands, travel, or changing schedules.