Martha Sorenson

Martha Sorenson is a licensed independent clinical social worker who helps people facing addictions, trauma, anger, and low self-esteem. She works with individuals navigating major life changes and the emotional fallout that can follow. Martha aims to make the first steps feel manageable and clear for someone who is overwhelmed.

She creates a calm, non-judgmental space where people can talk about painful experiences. Sessions focus on naming emotions, learning ways to cope, and trying small changes that make daily life easier. Martha emphasizes practical skills for handling intense feelings like anger or cravings.

Her work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people process trauma and reduce harmful patterns of behavior. She pays attention to how family history, relationships, and attachment shape current struggles. This can include looking at codependency, communication problems, or family-of-origin issues.

Martha has 12 years of clinical experience working with people affected by domestic violence, substance use, grief, and separation. She supports clients coping with guilt, shame, isolation, and immigration-related stress. The Minnesota LICSW credential indicates she holds a Licensure as an Independent Clinical Social Worker.

Sessions aim to build clear goals and measurable steps. Martha works collaboratively to identify strengths and barriers. Many people leave sessions with a specific strategy to try between meetings, and an ongoing plan to track progress.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Many clinicians use evidence-based techniques to help people process trauma and change harmful behaviors. One common approach focuses on trauma processing and emotion regulation, helping people name and work through painful memories and reduce the intensity of strong emotional reactions. Another common technique targets coping with addictions and compulsive patterns by teaching practical strategies to manage cravings and build new routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist discusses goals and preferences with each person and tailors methods accordingly. This is a collaborative process that aims to match tools to what an individual needs right now and what they want to change over time.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for consistent check-ins during life transitions. It also lets people use quieter surroundings or brief phone check-ins when that suits their schedule. Discussing logistics happens early so sessions support everyday life without adding stress.