Keith Martin
LCSW-R
Practical support for anger and life change
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- Calm practical guidance
- Goal focused work
- 27 years experience
About Keith
He listens first and asks practical questions to understand the situation. Then he works with clients to set small, achievable goals. That might include learning ways to reduce angry outbursts, planning next steps in a career change, or finding tools to cope with isolation.
Techniques come from several well-known approaches, including client-centered work that follows the person's lead and cognitive behavioral ideas that look at thoughts and actions. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods are used to build momentum and identify clear next steps.
Keith places emphasis on respectful, culturally aware care. He aims to honor each person's background while helping them build useful skills. Therapy is framed as a collaborative process where the person’s priorities guide the work.
People who reach out are often looking for concrete change rather than long theory sessions. Keith focuses on practical tools, steady support, and clear planning that help people move forward from anger, addiction, or life transitions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
27+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on following the person's concerns and priorities. In practice this means the therapist listens, reflects, and helps the client set their own goals, which works well when someone needs space to tell their story and be heard.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and small behavior changes to reduce angry reactions or manage addictive urges. Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build momentum one step at a time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made so the plan stays useful and realistic.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make sessions easier to fit into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue work through career changes, relocation, or while connecting across time zones with international clients.
At a glance
- Listed location
- New York
- Experience
- 27+ years
- Credentials
- LCSW-R
- Languages
- English
- License (New York)
- LCSW-R · No. 036920
- NPI
- 1013211663
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
Common concerns include addictions, anger, career transitions, coping with life changes, and coaching for personal goals. Additional focus areas are communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of isolation or loneliness.
What is the general therapy style and approach?
The style is practical and person-focused, with listening followed by concrete goal setting. Methods include client-centered conversations and tools from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches.
How much experience does this therapist have?
He brings 27 years of clinical experience working with people on a range of life and behavior concerns in New York.
What credential and region should I know about?
He holds an LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.