Her specialties include anxiety, mood disorders & trauma, survivors of narcessitic abuse. Now offering canine assisted therapy! Se Habla Espanol
Susan Martinez is a Psychotherapist licensed by the state of NJ. She is experienced in treating mental health issues, complex trauma and addictions. She specializes in individual and group therapy for adults, couples and adolescents. Susan has focused much of her career on working with women, survivors trauma and immigrant populations. She has worked for several Non- Profits in the state of New Jersey, where her focus has been on mental health, serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Much of her work has been dedicated to serving the Latino community and she is an expert on immigration issues. Susan is mindful of the unique stressors and impact that the migration process can create for immigrants, including: isolation, family, relationship, employment, cultural, identity, integration, and inter-generational issues. Susan is aware of the intersectionality of all of these, and how they impact well-being, mental health, and living a fulfilling life. She has extensive experience in working on U Visas, VAWA Petitions and she works on political asylum cases. Her private practice is in Middlesex, NJ.
Education:
Susan's qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and teaching certification for grades K-12 from the state of New Jersey. Susan earned her master’s degree from the Rutgers University School of Social Work in New Brunswick, N.J., where she graduated with highest honors and an additional certification from the Rutgers Addiction Counselor Training program. Susan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Additional Training:
Susan has studied mediation and holistic healing since 1981 and she is a certified Reiki Master. She is also a certified Yoga Instructor at the advanced 700 hour level. Susan has taught yoga and meditation practices throughout New Jersey and the Tri State area since 2001.
Speaking Engagements:
A sought-after speaker, Susan facilitates workshops on the following topics; healing from child abuse and trauma, domestic violence, restraining orders, cultural competency, reiki, yoga, meditation, stress reduction, self- care for social works and mental health professionals, and holistic healing. Susan's speaking engagements are suitable for the public, corporate and private sector. Some of the venues where Susan has presented include:
Carrier Clinic, Dwight and Church, Applegate Farms, Easter Seals Corporate, Raritan Valley Community College, Rutgers University, Rider University, Woodbridge Township Schools, Montessori Schools, Somerset County Library System, American Repertory Ballet Theater, and the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
