Martha McKenzie, LCSW, CSW

Martha McKenzie is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW with 25 years of clinical experience. She practices in Georgia and speaks both English and Spanish. Martha aims to create a warm, conversational space where people can talk about stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma and other life challenges.

She uses a client-centered way of working, which means sessions focus on each person's goals and lived experience. Martha blends cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness and motivational interviewing to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new strategies. She also draws on narrative and psychodynamic ideas to understand how past experiences affect present feelings.

Martha has long worked with adults, teenagers, and older adults on a wide range of concerns. Her experience includes ADHD, addictions, domestic violence, eating concerns, grief, parenting stress, and compassion fatigue. She has particular experience supporting people coping with trauma and abuse and related emotional impacts.

Her background includes a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Florida State University, followed by clinical practice and ongoing learning about ADHD and other topics. Martha describes her style as casual, warm, and interactive, and she encourages clients to help set written goals for therapy.

People who choose Martha can expect sessions that mix practical skills, reflective conversation, and encouragement. She supports clients who want to reduce symptoms, improve daily coping, or work through difficult past experiences.

How Martha’s Approaches Shape Online Therapy

Martha commonly uses client-centered care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in her work. Client-centered care means she listens first and helps clients set goals based on what matters to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that get in the way and practicing alternative responses to reduce symptoms. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to manage stress and stay more present.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Martha will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She invites input and adapts plans so sessions stay practical and focused on what the client wants to achieve.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session formats offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when days are tight, and reduce travel time. These options can help people keep continuity of care and try techniques between sessions while maintaining a consistent schedule.