Vanessa Martz, LPC
Motherly counselor guiding grief and family healing
- 28 years experience
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Licensed pastor
About Vanessa Martz
Vanessa Martz, LPC, brings a lifetime of lived experience and 28 years of professional counseling to her work, combining clinical insight with a motherly presence that many clients note. She identifies as an older female counselor and draws on a diversified background that includes service in the military, work in higher education, and a long history of caregiving within her own family. Her personal story includes being a veteran, the widowed spouse of a veteran, the mother of a disabled veteran, and the daughter of a World War II veteran who experienced PTSD, all of which inform her deep empathy for people who have faced violence, loss, or trauma.
Martz is both a birth and adoptive mother to five children and has fostered 26 children over a span of 33 years, experiences that shape her understanding of family dynamics, adoption, and blended-family challenges. She is a Christian and serves as a licensed pastor, offering pastoral services alongside her clinical work. Her own grief work and life transitions have influenced her therapeutic focus and her desire to help others process loss and rebuild meaning.
Clinically, she favors a flexible approach rather than a single modality, frequently integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with grief resolution techniques while adapting methods to meet each client’s needs. She emphasizes helping clients move toward peace with the choices they make and encouraging the rediscovery of joy in life. Martz also makes space for spiritual exploration in therapy and notes that she will challenge a client’s spirituality at some point in the process - if a person does not wish to examine spiritual beliefs, she suggests seeking a therapist who better matches that preference.
LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a credential Vanessa holds, and her practice reflects a blend of professional training and extensive personal experience. Her therapeutic aim is not to force change but to enable growth, resilience, and a greater sense of well-being for those she works with.
Martz is both a birth and adoptive mother to five children and has fostered 26 children over a span of 33 years, experiences that shape her understanding of family dynamics, adoption, and blended-family challenges. She is a Christian and serves as a licensed pastor, offering pastoral services alongside her clinical work. Her own grief work and life transitions have influenced her therapeutic focus and her desire to help others process loss and rebuild meaning.
Clinically, she favors a flexible approach rather than a single modality, frequently integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with grief resolution techniques while adapting methods to meet each client’s needs. She emphasizes helping clients move toward peace with the choices they make and encouraging the rediscovery of joy in life. Martz also makes space for spiritual exploration in therapy and notes that she will challenge a client’s spirituality at some point in the process - if a person does not wish to examine spiritual beliefs, she suggests seeking a therapist who better matches that preference.
LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a credential Vanessa holds, and her practice reflects a blend of professional training and extensive personal experience. Her therapeutic aim is not to force change but to enable growth, resilience, and a greater sense of well-being for those she works with.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vanessa Martz have?
Vanessa Martz has 28 years of experience in counseling and related work.
Is Vanessa Martz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC LPC01770.
In which languages does Vanessa Martz provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Vanessa Martz located?
She is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Vanessa Martz as my therapist?
You can work with Vanessa Martz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vanessa Martz work with international clients?
No. Vanessa Martz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vanessa Martz cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can help them work through everyday stresses or deeper concerns. For common issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions, online therapy can be an effective way to engage in treatment and receive support from a qualified professional.One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, care responsibilities, or geographic constraints. That convenience often helps people maintain consistency with sessions and integrate therapeutic work into daily life.
Licensed professionals provide care in online formats, and many people find that remote therapy supports meaningful progress. If a different therapeutic fit is needed, clients are able to switch therapists as part of finding the right match for their goals and preferences.