Martia Taylor , LCMHC

Martia Taylor is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in North Carolina with 11 years of professional experience. She holds the LCMHC credential, which indicates licensure to provide clinical mental health counseling in the state. Martia focuses her practice on areas such as addictions, anger management, motivation, self esteem, coping with life changes, ADHD, stress and anxiety, family and parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, and depression.

She emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific circumstances and goals. Martia views the decision to seek change as an act of courage and partners with clients to build confidence, practical skills, and greater well-being. Her approach centers on listening carefully, identifying individual strengths, and creating collaborative steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Clients can expect a therapist who aims to support and empower them through transitions and challenges, helping them develop motivation, emotional regulation, and coping strategies that fit their unique needs.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-Centered Therapy places the person’s own experience at the center of treatment, with the therapist offering empathy and support while helping clients explore their values and choices. This approach can be helpful for improving self esteem, building confidence, and navigating life changes.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that helps people resolve mixed feelings and strengthen their motivation for change. It is often used for addictions, increasing readiness for treatment, and supporting behavior change in areas like substance use or lifestyle adjustments.

Finding the most effective approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Martia will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent care across distances, making support more accessible for people managing work, family, or transportation constraints.