Martin Godek

Martin Godek is a licensed mental health counselor in New York with 20 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma, anger, depression, and related issues. He aims to make the first step toward change easier and less overwhelming for someone who is worried or uncertain.

In sessions Martin focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through. He works collaboratively so people can find practical ways to respond to hard emotions. Conversations focus on what matters to the individual and on small, usable steps for daily life.

His work draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and DBT skills to manage intense emotions. Mindfulness and trauma-focused approaches inform how he helps people process difficult experiences.

Martin has supported people with a wide range of concerns including addictions, grief, intimacy and parenting challenges, attention differences, bipolar mood concerns, career stress, and self-esteem struggles. He also addresses specific themes such as attachment problems, control issues, feelings of emptiness, and jealousy.

If someone wants to begin, Martin asks them to think about the changes they hope to see and then work on concrete steps together. His aim is to help people build more stability and clearer choices in everyday life.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Client-centered therapy puts the person's experience first. The therapist listens carefully and follows the person's pace, helping them name concerns and decide what to work on. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical ways to change them. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, offers skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication in stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Martin will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress unfolds.

Session formats were not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, save travel time, or allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that remote sessions help them maintain consistency with appointments and practice new skills in their daily routines.