Vanessa has been placed in my life by God. She has been exactly what I needed.
Vanessa Martz, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Vanessa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Vanessa. View 17 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Alabama
Recent reviews
I’ve only had one session with Vanessa but she was great! A great listener and has a lot of wisdom.
More about Vanessa
- 28 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I'm an older female counselor. I have a motherly way about me, according to my clients. I have had a very diversified career in science, the military, and in higher education. I'm a veteran, the widowed spouse of a veteran, the mother of a disabled veteran, and the daughter of a WWII veteran who suffered with PTSD. I am a mother, both by birth and adoption, to five children. I have fostered 26 children over 33 yrs. I am a Christian and I am a licensed pastor and provide pastoral services. I have experienced violence and loss and have a deep empathy for those who have experienced these things. I have done a lot of grief work myself and with my clients. I have remarried and have dealt with blended family issues. My life experience has increased both my empathy and my understanding, and has allowed for my spiritual growth. I will challenge your spirituality at some point in our process. If you are not wanting to look at your spiritual beliefs, another therapist would be a better match for you. Humans are often helpless, but never hopeless. I have found that a combination of varied therapeutic methods works for me and my clients. I use a good deal of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with Grief Resolution Therapy, but I do not limit myself to certain methods and I expand to meet my client's needs. The majority of my clients feel they have received help, or have acheived some growth in therapy. My therapeutic goal is not to force a change on my client, but to enable my client to feel at peace with the choices they make each moment they live on this earth. In addition I hope to help my clients embrace the joy of living. Van Martz, LPC
Specialties
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Vanessa Martz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750649752.
- LPC · Alabama · LPC01770 · Expires July 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Vanessa Martz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Vanessa has been placed in my life by God. She has been exactly what I needed.
I’ve only had one session with Vanessa but she was great! A great listener and has a lot of wisdom.
I really appreciate all of her support and perspectives. She has been helpful in many ways.
Vanessa has been an absolute God Send in so many areas of my life. She has challenged me in unexpected ways & validated some life experiences for me so I can work towards moving past them & even help me sort through some unhealed childhood trauma. I would recommend her to anyone I know. Thank you Van for everything!!
very easy to talk with, and she has insight, while being uplifting
I have been very pleased with my experience with Vanessa as my therapist. In just two sessions she has helped me a great deal.
Vanessa is Awesome! She is helping me through a really rough time right now. Job insecurity, a break up, a reconnection with my kids. Take your pick. But she has definitely helped me through it and I’m continuing to make progress
Ms Martz was able to provide me with her expert opinion and advise within moments of speaking with her. What my expectation was, from past experiences with about 5 former therapists were that (most often) they sat and listened, rarely saying a word or providing specific feedback. I had sessions in which I thought, this person could be anyone off the street with no credentials as far as I could tell. But that is not the case with Ms Martz. I am excited to benefit from the wealth of knowledge and experience she brings.
Brings knowledge to the table!
She’s great!
Vanessa immediately identied what my problem was, which was a major relief to me. I was struggling to understand what I have been going through and she pinpointed what it was and helped me understand it better. She also recommended resources to learn more about it. The session was extremely helpful and I felt 100 % better afterwards. I was able to sleep that night. Thank you Vanessa!
I have really enjoyed receiving guidance from Van. She is a caring and intelligent individual.
I love Van! She’s very kind but also willing to challenge me in ways I didn’t expect. I truly can tell a big difference in my life since I started working with her
Vanessa shines with years of experience and knowledge. She is easy to connect with, and she is very attentive.
Vanessa is great!!
At first, I was worried to try Betterhelp. Worried it would be a waste of money, that I wouldn't get the support I needed, that I wouldn't be able to open up to someone via video chat. But Vanessa had all those doubts thrown out the window in the first session. I feel so lucky that betterhelp matched us because finding a therapist is not easy!
Vanessa is precious. Within this short time of messaging back & forth I can tell she has expertise & a kind heart about things. So looking forward to having a solid session with her & making steps forward into bettering myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vanessa Martz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Vanessa Martz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Vanessa Martz speak?
Vanessa Martz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Vanessa Martz have?
Vanessa Martz has 28 years of experience.
Where is Vanessa Martz licensed to practice?
Vanessa Martz is licensed to practice in Alabama.
Does Vanessa Martz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Vanessa Martz does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Vanessa Martz offer?
Vanessa Martz offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Vanessa Martz?
Vanessa Martz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Vanessa Martz?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.