- CBT techniques
- ACT processes
- Mindfulness practice
About Judith
Dr. Judith Josiah-Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Maine with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, career questions, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue. Dr. Josiah-Martin also focuses on problems such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, and isolation.
Her style is direct and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals, useful tools, and steady progress. She uses methods that help people notice patterns, test new behaviors, and build daily habits that reduce distress.
Dr. Josiah-Martin draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behaviors. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify values and commit to small, workable steps. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to increase present-moment awareness and calm.
Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches shape how she frames relationships and communication. That work is practical and often focuses on improving connection, setting boundaries, and repairing ruptures in how people relate to others.
Her background includes long-term work with adults facing life transitions, multicultural concerns, and workplace stress. Many sessions involve concrete plans for communication, coping during crises, or pacing recovery from burnout.
People who find social situations, being watched, or speaking up difficult may find her methods useful. She accepts international clients and works in English.
Approaches used and how they translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take small behavior changes toward those values. It is often used for anxiety and when someone feels stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new actions to shift mood and behavior. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and confidence building. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short, practical exercises to notice the present moment and reduce reactivity, which can help with overwhelm and worry.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that fit a client's goals, daily routine, and comfort level. Decisions about pacing and techniques are made together so the work feels manageable.
Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time. Some clients find video helpful for face-to-face interaction while others prefer audio for less visual focus; discuss preferences when you schedule so sessions match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career issues, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue, plus related topics like attachment and isolation.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and goal-focused, using clear tools and steps to change thoughts and behaviors.
How long has she practiced?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on life transitions and workplace stress.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Maine and provides services from that state.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.