Noah Martinson

In therapy, we get to come to an appreciation of both joy and sorrow that are the consequences of living a fully human life. Through appropriate challenge and support, we are able to expand the range of our humanity and our participation in the world. My approach is grounded in brief psychodynamic models of treatment. I believe that therapy can help make us conscious of the adjustments we have made to cope with our life circumstances and can shine a light on new possibilities towards greater authenticity. I am also certified in EMDR and rely on it when appropriate to make meaning out of trauma or allow clients to move past memories that can hold them captive. I continually seek to improve my own utility as a therapist, and I read voraciously towards that end. My understanding of psychology, sociology, and social work provide not only a foundation for understanding client struggles, but also a basis from which to conceptualize growth and solutions. While skills and knowledge are critical to clinical practice, passion and curiosity are also requisite qualities for entering the profession. When I think about the path I have chosen, I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to add value to the lives of my clients.