Patricia earned a Master of Social Work degree at the University of New England. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCAS-A) in North Carolina and is licensed for telehealth in Florida.
Patricia is rostered by the North Carolina Child Treatment Program (NCCTP) in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and she is trained to provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Patricia has a wealth of training and experience in evidence based mental health treatment including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy and more.
Patricia is most passionate about helping others understand the impact of stress, trauma, depression, etc., and the impact mental health has on the whole individual and the people they love and care about.
Throughout her career she has worked to encourage others to identify their own strengths and gain a sense of empowerment to see lasting positive change. Through this, she has helped to bring positive change to individuals and their families.
Jacqueline Martinez, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health professional whose career bridges military and civilian realms, offering a holistic approach to mental health care. With significant experience at the Department of Defense and Veteran Affairs, she has specialized in supporting active-duty service members post-combat, focusing particularly on veterans with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), PTSD, and aiding veterans in their recovery and societal reintegration.
In addition to her military service background, Jacqueline has a strong foundation in community and civilian mental health care. She applies therapies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy across various settings, addressing a wide range of mental health issues. Her work in community health centers has included working with youth, elderly, and integrated behavioral health care. By blending her understanding from both military and civilian sectors, Jacqueline is dedicated to fostering healing, empowerment, and resilience in all her clients
260 1st Ave NW, Suite 201, Hickory NC 28601
In-person and telehealth services in NC
Please call to schedule a phone consultation or fax referrals to the number below
Copyright © 2023 Heart of Peace
Counseling PLLC - All Rights Reserved.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.