Do you take insurance?
If you are covered by insurance and have out-of-network benefits (PPO) for mental health care, you would 1) pay in full at time of session, and then 2) I would provide you a monthly statement (called a Super Bill) of the sessions you attended to submit to your health care provider to receive retroactive reimbursement in the mail. It might be helpful to contact your insurance carrier to find out what they reimburse for mental health services.
Request a Referral
How do I request a referral? Fill out the short form on this page with a bit about what you're looking for — general location in LA, budget or insurance situation, and the type of support you need (individual, couples, a specific specialty, etc.). That's it — no lengthy intake, no clinical details required.
What happens after I submit the form? You'll hear back with a few suggested therapists who may be a good fit, based on what you shared. There's no automatic matching — every request gets a personal look before you get a reply.
How long does it take to hear back? Please allow a few business days for a response. This isn't a same-day service, so if you're in crisis or need immediate support, please see the resources below rather than waiting on a reply here.
Is there a cost to use this service? No — requesting a referral is completely free. It's simply a way to connect you with therapists who may be a good fit.
Will my information be shared with anyone? The information you submit is used only to help find an appropriate referral — it isn't shared beyond that purpose.
Can I request a referral for someone else? Yes. If you're reaching out on behalf of a friend, family member, or anyone else, feel free to submit the form with their needs in mind (with their knowledge, ideally) — or simply share this page with them directly.
What if none of the suggested therapists are a good fit? No problem — just reach out again. Finding the right match sometimes takes more than one try, and that's completely normal.
Want me to add a line with crisis-line info for that "if you're in crisis" mention, or keep this FAQ purely about the referral process?
What if I have to cancel?
I recommend any upcoming interruptions to treatment be discussed in session at least one week in advance. If cancellation is made less than a week before upcoming session, you may avoid being charged the full-fee by rescheduling with in the week of the missed session, or the following week in addition to the next weekly session. Those who enter analytic treatment ( 3+ x per week who begin on or after March 1, 2022) are responsible for all sessions when I am in office with limited exceptions. Dr. Martinez’s Associates may offer a different cancellation policy.
How much does it cost?
I find it important and meaningful to discuss finances together during the consultation and initial session.
What type of payment do you accept?
I accept cash, check, or Zelle. If using a credit card is needed, we can make special arrangements.
I am a clinician & would like support.
In addition to providing therapy I also conduct clinical consultations, weekly supervision and will be starting a consultation + supervision group for newly licensed clinicians. Please reach out to inquire about any of these services.