Rob Martin, MA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
La Mesa, CA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
My goal is to create a space where science and self-awareness intersect with practical tools for growth and self-acceptance.
I take a relaxed, conversational approach to help you achieve your goals, drawing on my professional experience, formal education, and years of practice in Buddhist philosophy and Ayurveda, including six years in a Buddhist gompa. My focus is on helping you better understand yourself—your mind, emotions, relationships, and life situations—while applying practical psychological concepts to enhance your personal growth.
I use mindfulness techniques to identify obstacles and empower you with tools to navigate challenges. My areas of interest include ADHD, Anxiety, ASD (high-functioning), Depression, Trauma, Psychosis, Grief, and Relationship Issues. I take a person-centered approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide you toward meaningful change.
I emphasize education, humor, and compassion to help you build coping skills, fostering greater self-awareness and agency. Your personal intelligence is central to our work together, and I view you as an essential partner in your success.
License
License(s)
Education
John F Kennedy University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$120 - $180Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Tricare
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Depression
- Grief & Loss
- Men's Issues
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Suicidality
- Trauma & PTSD
Therapy types
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- Immunodisorders
- Single Parents
- Military Families
- Autism
- Cancer Survivors
- Veterans
- Trauma Survivors
Faith-based specialties
- Buddhism
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media