Counseling & Psychotherapy
COUNSELING & PSYCHOTHERAPY for Children, Teenagers, Adults and Couples
Eugene, Albany & Telehealth
Christina Martinez-Clay, LCSW
Arise Eugene Therapist, Site Supervisor
Christina Martinez-Clay, LCSW
Arise Eugene Therapist, Site Supervisor
My name is Christina Martínez-Clay, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon. I am originally from the MidWest and have lived in the Eugene area since 2015.
Ripley Poe, CGC
Medical Alert Service Dog
Therapy Dog, in training
Ripley Poe, CGC
Medical Alert Service Dog
Therapy Dog, in training
Ripley is a certified medical alert animal who enjoys accompanying her handler and interacting with clients.
She is currently completing her Therapy Dog certification through Paws For Love Therapy and thrives on supporting client's mental health by providing attention, comfort and emotional support during times of stress.
Can I help you ?
Can I help you ?
I enjoy working with motivated individuals, age 2+, and families seeking to improve an area of their life, increase life functioning or move past an obstacle holding them back.
Such challenges may include;
Adoption
Anxiety, Coping skills
Abuse, Trauma, Dissociation
Culture and generational trauma
Depression
Chronic medical conditions/chronic pain
Family Conflict
Gender related issues
Approach
Approach
I am an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trained therapist with an Attachment and Somatic focus, as well as a trained Play Therapist and Sensorimotor Student.
My theoretical orientation is consistent with my approach to treatment as EMDR and play therapy are more "experiential" processes rather than traditional "talk" therapies and research has shown lead to lasting results. I believe therapy is most beneficial and successful when there is a positive working relationship
based on collaboration and alignment toward a common goal.
Therapeutic Focus
Therapeutic Focus
As such, I aim to offer an open, inviting and warm atmosphere where all feel free to be themselves, are able to find a comfortable way to communicate and feel free of bias or judgement. I welcome feedback, questions and often integrate sensory work, play, art,
music and movement into sessions based on client need and preference, as I believe each individual communicates and processes in their own unique way.
Experience
Experience
I have worked as a Clinical Social worker since 2005 in a variety of settings including: community mental health centers, school districts and group practices. Prior to beginning work in this field, I mentored several children, tutored children in after school programs and volunteered in my local community.
Formal Training and Education
Formal Training and Education
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon, license number L6471 and hold a master's degree from the University of Iowa in Social Work with an emphasis in Clinical Therapy focused on children, adolescents and families, as well as a bachelor's degree focusing on Abnormal and Developmental Psychology. I am a member of the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), the National Association for Play Therapy, National Association of Social Workers and the Oregon Association for Play Therapy. I have also had the honor of receiving Oregon's 2017 Children's Champion Award and a Certificate of Recognition from Iowa's Governor in 2008.
Hours and Billing
Sessions are scheduled by appointment and are usually 45-55 minutes long depending on insurance and individual need.
Hours and Billing
Sessions are scheduled by appointment and are usually 45-55 minutes long depending on insurance and individual need.
In-Person sessions and TeleHealth available
Monday 11-1:30; 230-430
Tuesday 11-1:30; 230-430
Wednesday 11-1:30; 230-430
Thursday 11-1:30; 230-430
I am in-network with:
- PacificSource OHP (PSCS)
- PacificSource (Commercial insurance)
- OHP Open Card
- United/Optum
Regence BCSB
Moda
Providence
- Cigna
- Aetna