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- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting support
About Martha
Martha Ayala-Tannis, LCSW, holds licensure as a clinical social worker in New York and Connecticut and has 25 years of practice experience. She focuses on relationship issues, family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes. Martha offers Christian counseling and uses several therapeutic approaches in her work.
Martha draws on client-centered therapy to listen and respond to what a person brings to sessions. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that cause distress. Dialectical behavior therapy skills are part of her approach for developing coping and emotion regulation strategies.
Motivational interviewing is employed when people need help clarifying reasons for change and building internal motivation. She also integrates psychodynamic ideas to look at longer-term patterns that affect present relationships. These methods are combined to address practical problems and emotional concerns.
Sessions are described as collaborative. Martha aims to work with each person to set goals and try methods that fit their situation. She emphasizes learning skills and testing what helps in day-to-day life.
Martha has worked in mental health since 1997. Her long experience reflects a mix of approaches rather than a single method. People who value faith-informed counseling can expect Christian counseling to be part of conversations when relevant.
Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and any logistical details. The therapist encourages completing an initial questionnaire and scheduling a first appointment to begin the match process.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Martha commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows what matters to the client, helping them set goals and shape sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and practicing concrete changes to reduce distress.She also draws from dialectical behavior therapy when teaching practical skills for emotion regulation and coping. DBT skills can be helpful for learning step-by-step strategies to manage intense feelings and improve interpersonal effectiveness.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past. That conversation guides which methods to try and how to pace sessions, and it is a collaborative decision between the client and therapist.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so readers should confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt the methods above to an online setting and focus on practical skills and problem solving during appointments.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Martha focuses on relationship issues, family matters, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approaches to address both immediate problems and longer-term patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience in the mental health field, beginning work in 1997.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds LCSW licensure in New York and Connecticut and is based in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.