Desiree Martinez, LPC-Associate

Supervised by Mallory Striesfeld, LPC-S, LMFT-Associate

* Memorial office

Hi there! My name is Desiree Martinez, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor – Associate. Have you ever had something unexpected happen to you? You’re not sure where to go or who to turn to – maybe you turn back to relationships, patterns, or substances you know are unhealthy for you, or maybe you want to try something new. Welcome to therapy! Together, we can work to build an authentic, compassionate, empowering, and secure relationship where you begin feeling safe being vulnerable while processing and healing.

I’m a Mexican American Latina who speaks Spanglish and works from a multicultural approach. I’m devoted to working with diverse populations and meeting you where you’re at. I graduated from the University of Houston and have a Master’s in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’m also a certified Daring Way facilitator both for individual clients and groups which I enjoy applying with teens and young women!

I’m under the supervision of Mallory Striesfeld, MS, LPC-S, LMFT-Associate (# 73192) here at Healing Pathways of Houston. I’m very passionate about working with children, adolescents and adults in many areas of life such as perfectionism, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, grief, unexpected transitions, and relationships both with oneself and others. 

During my leisure time, you can find me deep in the Goodwill bins thrift shopping, singing Broadway soundtracks from the top of my lungs, and seeing musicals and plays that come to town! I also truly enjoy being outdoors -- walking, hiking, swimming, and kayaking. I should mention my fur baby, Charlie, who might make the occasional appearance if we have a virtual session because he loves to share his affection with you all!

Please feel free to contact me for a free 15-minute consultation to begin your journey with me.  I look forward to hearing from you soon!