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Martha Sorenson

Therapist · Minnesota

Martha Sorenson

LICSW

Compassionate support during major life changes

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Experience
12 years
Based in
Minnesota
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Addiction recovery support
  • Healing from trauma
  • Practical coping skills

About Martha

Martha Sorenson is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) in Minnesota who helps people facing major life challenges. She supports those dealing with addiction, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, and the stress of big changes like separation or divorce. Martha aims to provide calm, steady support when things feel overwhelming.

She creates a non-judgmental space where clients can talk through painful memories and current struggles. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful patterns, building practical coping skills, and reducing shame. Martha works with people on issues connected to family of origin, codependency, communication problems, and post-traumatic stress.

Martha draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. She helps clients make small, manageable changes that add up over time. The pace is adjusted to each person's needs so progress feels realistic and sustainable.

Her practice also addresses related concerns such as domestic violence recovery, drug and alcohol addiction, immigration-related stress, and isolation or loneliness. Martha pays attention to how attachment and personality patterns shape relationships and choices.

People coming to her can expect straightforward, compassionate care that focuses on daily functioning and emotional relief. She encourages self-compassion and practical problem solving. To begin, readers can use the site process to match and schedule a first session.

License and NPI on record

LICSW
Minnesota · 20706

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Minnesota

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Martha uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work. One approach focuses on trauma processing in manageable steps so memories and triggers become easier to handle over time; this is useful for people with past abuse or post-traumatic stress. Another approach targets addiction and codependency by helping clients spot patterns, plan safer choices, and develop alternative coping strategies that fit daily life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Martha works with each person to clarify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. She emphasizes practical changes and builds on a person’s existing strengths rather than imposing a single method.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep consistent work during transitions like separation or moves. Discuss session length and frequency when you match so scheduling fits your routine and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Martha work with?

She supports people coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and life transitions such as separation or divorce. Additional areas include codependency, communication problems, and family of origin issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is calm and direct with a focus on practical skills. Sessions aim to reduce shame, build coping strategies, and address patterns that cause recurring problems.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years of experience working with people facing trauma, addiction, and complicated family dynamics.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds a Minnesota LICSW and practices in Minnesota.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Good to know

Therapists listed here offer talking therapy online. It is not legal, financial or custody advice, and no therapist can promise how a separation or a relationship will turn out.

If you are not safe at home, or someone is hurting or threatening you, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline. The numbers are at the foot of this page.

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