As a licensed therapist in California and Texas, I bring over two decades of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, culturally responsive spaces for diverse clients, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief and loss.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals navigating challenging life transitions, identity exploration, and personal growth. My approach honors each person's unique experiences, with a particular focus on multicultural concerns, women's issues, sexuality, and life transitions/challenges.
My therapeutic style emphasizes compassionate, collaborative healing. I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients develop self-love, improve communication, overcome isolation, and rediscover personal purpose. Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship patterns, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.
In my free time I enjoy gardening, baking/cooking, reading, dancing, snow skiing, singing, exploring new cultures, traveling, camping, kayaking, volunteering, crafting, writing and spending time with my family, grandchildren and friends.
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Intimacy related issues Depression Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Martina Cisneros. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
After 3 sessions, I feel like I’m starting to ask questions about myself and think about what has been holding me back in certain areas in my life. Martina is kind and patient, asks questions and helps me see things from different perspectives, while also giving me insight on why I might feel or think in certain ways.
Written on Jul 24, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Martina is fantastic! I was comfortable with her from the beginning; she is easy to open up to. She is incredibly knowledgeable and resourceful. She's supportive and comforting, insightful and sends thought provoking worksheets to help. I'm only 2 sessions in but i do feel like this will turn into a beneficial and productive working relationship for me, which is what i have been looking for.
Written on Jul 09, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
A soft welcome to therapy
Written on Jul 08, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
she is an amazing therapist and a great listener someone who can help when your struggling to find the correct words
Written on Jul 05, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Martina is a very experienced therapist. She is always professional, listens intently, and offers valuable insights.
Written on Jun 30, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and eating disorders
Great therapist, would recommend her for anyone that is in need of a therapist!
Written on Jun 14, 2026 after therapy with Martina for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and self esteem
Martina is very easy to talk with. She keeps me on track with my goals and sends relevant worksheets in between visits.
Written on Dec 04, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Martina is wonderful! I was nervous as I have never done therapy before and she was like a wise aunt helping me through my struggles! She is so supportive and helped me make connections that were right in front of me. I would highly recommend Martina!
Written on Oct 15, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I absolutely love my experience with Martina. Very straightforward and kind and very understanding. Always sending me resources between sessions and very responsive. Such an amazing experience and she has been VERY HELPFUL!
Written on Oct 08, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
I love how I was able to choose a therapist based on what I was looking for. And I love how flexible she is to work with my goals as they shift week to week.
Written on Oct 04, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Best therapist I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes,
Martina has really made my first experience with therapy easy, she has made me feel at ease and welcomed to open up.
Written on Jul 28, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I like her a lot already, she asks about my current events in life and that’s what she usually opens with and I like that she supports me and congratulates me if I have any accomplishments. I was skeptical in the beginning in general about online therapy because I had preferred in person but honestly I feel really comfortable, more than I thought I would.
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Martina is the best. She checks in on the regular and provides helpful assignments to complete and talk about. We talk about the topics of interest and she is easy to talk to and open up about the past. She really cares about her patients and has so much insightful knowledge. Highly recommend 5-star!
Written on Mar 05, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I’ve had a few sessions with Martina. She has a great balance of letting me talk but also asking clarifying questions and provides some suggestions for me to cope with what I’m going through. All in all I’ve been very glad to be paired with her through the platform.
Written on Feb 12, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Martina is a wonderful listener, and she provides insightful affirmation and offers new perspectives on my experiences. Speaking with her has been very helpful!
Written on Feb 07, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Martina is an excellent therapist. It’s nice to talk to a professional who really listens and can respond in a coherent and supportive manner. I appreciate the help she has given me throughout our sessions. She has really helped me grow.
Written on Feb 03, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
I love talking to Martina. She's a great listener and adapts well to how im feeling, she adjusts her method of approach accordingly. I highly recommend Martina because she knows the right questions to ask, how to help without being intrusive, and is kind and intuitive.
Written on Jan 28, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s a very capable & experienced woman providing the best solutions to be happier in this life regardless of our particular circumstances!
Written on Jan 08, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Martina is amazing! I was so fortunate to be matched with her and having her through this journey has been a blessing in so many ways. She listens, she is very professional and also she challenges you to improve. I couldn’t be happier with every session we had. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jan 08, 2025 after therapy with Martina for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and career difficulties
I feel really comfortable around her and not judged. She is great.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Martina has helped me so much in just such a short amount of time. I’ve been seeing her for two weeks and i can already sense of peace and calmness. She listens to me closely and is able to expand my mind and thoughts.
Written on Sep 20, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I find her to listen well and provide valuable feedback. She makes me feel very comfortable.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is awesome
Written on Aug 28, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
I feel heard and supported by Martina. She explains things to me in a way that makes sense. She does not make me feel like I "should know better" and supports my journey on learning new things. I really enjoy my sessions with her.
Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Martina is great! She helped me so much and help me to learn to live a more pleasurable life
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Martina has helped me through a long journey of healing that I simply had struggled to begin on my own. With much patience and understanding she gave me the tools to rip the bandaid to many wounds and softly begin to face and understand many conflicts. Personally I chose Martina because of the cultural and racial similarities with myself, something that is difficult to find. More than anything I needed guidance, and advice of wisdom that had been formed from a similar background and experience.
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Martina gives me a feeling of comfort. A safe place in which I can share my thoughts without judgment. She reminds me to be patient with myself and take things slow.
Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Martina is understanding, compassionate, and offers both new techniques & practices, as well as provides helpful reframing during our sessions. I am grateful.
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
coming back to this app was a little skeptical for me based off my previous experience, but that has completely changed since being connected with Martina. She understands my needs and knows exactly how to respond to me in order for me to fully understand and process the things that I need to work on within myself. I have never felt so comfortable with a therapist as I do now. I am truly grateful to have her as my therapist and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking someone with such great experience as hers.
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Very helpful therapist with a lot of insight
Written on Apr 18, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Martina’s cutting edge is her ability to communicate. She’s empathetic yet detached, still alert and responsive, so I feel safe in conversation with her. Being well versed in trauma informed therapy, sharing the tools that make my life feel stable again, she warmly reminds me to lighten up.
Written on Apr 16, 2024 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Martina is thoughtful, insightful, caring, and supportive. She brings new ideas and helpful perspectives to our conversations and I value her insights and feedback.
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Martina is wise and calming, optimistic, and sympathetic, and understanding. She is an excellent therapist and I’m so glad to have spent my grief time with her guidance.
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
This woman is amazing! She ensures to contact you even when there aren’t any sessions available. I truly enjoyed this experience wi to her and she always prompt your thoughts with the worksheets she sends. Highly recommended! <3
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
My therapist makes me feel heard and understand and gives me feedback to help me understand myself better and my problems
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I was pretty exeptical at first due to having bad experiences with therapy on the past , but Dr Cisneros has been really helpful and even a life changer since my first therapy with her. Love her understanding but direct method to give therapy. She alone has been worth it every penny for this app :)
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Martina is such an amazing therapist. I got lucky and got her on my first try, and I couldn't be happier! Her expertise is unmatched, she truly listens to me and helps me find the right solution for ME. She is always sending me worksheets, quotes, different studies, etc which really helps me in between sessions. I've finally gotten to a point where I feel free, and like I can breathe again and I credit most of that to Martina. I would recommend her always.
Written on Jul 03, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
I greatly appreciate her systems-thinking approach regarding grief and trauma as well as her willingness to let sessions go wherever the conversation takes us while still maintaining an overall focus for the meeting. She creates a metaphorical space I feel comfortable moving around freely in and gives validatio , highlights overlooked aspects, and offers guidance as needed while I do.
Written on Jun 02, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
If you want someone who is comforting, understanding, and is able to empathize with you on your struggles, Martina is a great candidate for you. She is a breathe of fresh air when it comes to being the one you can express your emotions to. She can create a laugh while being serious during a conversation or session . I highly recommend her if one is in the need for a calm and dedicated therapist
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
She’s a great therapist and person. I’ve loved working with her. She’s amazing.
Written on May 11, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I haven't known Martina long, but she listens to me and hears me out. she doesn't make me feel insignificant or stupid and she's helped me try therapy again for real this time. I think her advice is very useful and helpful and I can't wait to talk more through my therapy journey.
Written on Apr 13, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
It’s my first experience amd time doing therapy, it was long overdue, but I am glad I did, I really connected with my assigned therapist.
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
My first session with Ms Martina helped me a lot on what I’m going through right now. I know it won’t be easy but she listened to me verbalized what I want to say .
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Martina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
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