Aimee Martinez, PsyD
(SHE/HER)
Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.
MY STYLE
I am curious for us to discover and develop understanding of dynamics guiding your emotional life. At times we will explore your past early emotional experiences and the systems your are part of to increase awareness of how thoughts, feelings, and challenges may be influencing your current life. I have immersed myself in learning about how things out of awareness (the unconscious) influence how we think, feel and behave. Although some immediate relief can come from talking about your feelings, it is not uncommon to have other feelings of unease as well. This is normal. I'm here to support you and to let you know that through our consistent work together, you can get through it and grow. I am particularly passionate about working with those in creative industries, fellow mental health clinicians, former college athletes, and the experience of only children.
Although our work may draw from multiple therapeutic modalities including; Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Mindfulness, I believe it is my Contemporary Psychoanalytic lens and understanding that fosters the richest growth and healing in our work together.
I believe the work of a good therapist is a practice. This practice requires a lifelong commitment to self understanding and improvement. I have spent years in my own therapy, have extensive training to continue challenging myself. I also seek ongoing consultation to help me think more deeply about those I work with.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
I received six years psychoanalytic training from The New Center for Psychoanalysis to become a Psychoanalyst. In addition, I am the Past-President of the Candidates’ Organization. I am grateful for my Master’s and Doctorate education I received at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Westwood and my clinical training in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders from Phillips Graduate Institute and CLARE Foundation. During my pre and post-doctoral experience, I completed two years of training at the Wright Institute Los Angeles (WILA) where I received a certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. In addition to my private practice I am currently the Director of Clinical Relations for WILA and allows me to integrate my passion for social media, online/community connectedness and clinical practice. In addition, I am Core Faculty at WILA and both teach and supervise clinicians in training while supporting their professional development.