Type Of Business:
Mental health care center
Expertise:
Women's counseling; Working with military veterans; Marriage counseling
Major Product/SVS:
Clinical psychology and counseling services
Hobbies/Sports:
Singing; Reading; Traveling; Connecting with family and friends
Education Degrees:
Psy.D., Immaculata University (2003)
Affiliations Awards:
American Psychological Association; Advisory Board for Rare Birds, Canadian Mental Health Association; Executive Member, Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops; Executive Member, Atlantic Canada Formation Committee; Canadian Psychological Association; Advisory Board, NANASTAY
Charity:
Psycho-Educational Services
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support of her religious community "Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary" (NL), having obtained a good educational background and collaborating with exceptional colleagues
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession as she has always had a strong desire to help others reach a sense of self-worth and well-being. She also noticed a shortage of psychologists in the Newfoundland and Labrador area.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Martinez was an educator for 25 years, 10 years in library learning resources and 15 years teaching all grades, primarily high school.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing approximately seven to eight patients a day; Providing assessments and services, and treatments in grief counseling, stress, depression, anxiety and work-related issues
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Martinez hopes to become a member of the Canadian Register of Providers of Psychology. She would like to become more qualified in the field of couples counseling via further education, as well as to conduct more research and publish additional articles.