In person
In TelehealthSharifa Martin, LPC
Therapist
Locations:
Pennsylvania
Insurances
About
Sharifa D. Martin , LPC is an Alumna of Temple University, and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine(PCOM- 2017). At PCOM, Sharifa received a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Addictions and Offenders. Sharifa has a wealth of knowledge working with individuals mandated to mental health treatment. In contrast, Sharifa has experience providing therapy to Philadelphia's police officers and their families. Sharifa also has experience working with adolescents in recovery from substance abuse and victims of crime. In addition, Sharifa has a wealth of clinical assessment and leadership experience. Sharifa also engages in organizational work, providing mental health awareness and access to therapy for black men.
Sharifa believes that everyone has the power to be an agent of change in their lives. Sharifa believes that a person's willingness for change, strong support, and individualized therapeutic intervention are key components to overcoming internal barriers impeding a person's quality of life. Sharifa also takes a client-centered approach to therapy, allowing for a collaborative therapeutic experience for clients.
Sharifa's wide range of clinical experiences is what makes her a compassionate, skilled, and adaptable clinician. Sharifa is dedicated to spreading mental health awareness (education). Sharifa's overarching goal is to provide culturally informed and comprehensive mental health services to individuals, groups, couples, and families.
Locations:
Pennsylvania
Credentials, Qualifications and Languages
-
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, MS Mental Health Counseling: Addictions and Offenders, 2017
Why Healthcare
Sharifa is compassionate about providing mental health services because she finds it rewarding to witness the bravery of my clients as they face life's challenges head-on with support, confidence, and coping skills.
Similar Providers
In Person
Telehealth
Karen Rivera-Seda LPC, MFT, NCC
Therapist
Karen provides support to college students and adults in the areas of anxiety, grief, life transitions, postpartum anxiety, betrayal trauma, teen trauma, and being the adult child of immigrants.
In Person
Telehealth
In Person
Telehealth
Victoria Blazejewski, LSW
Therapist
Vicki has worked in the field for 9 years in roles with case management, care coordination, employment and education support, and therapy. She is sex-positive, pro-sex work, LGBTQ+ & gender-affirming, and polyamory and kink/BDSM affirming.
In Person
Telehealth
In Person
Telehealth
Sarah Sprenkle, MS, LPC, NIT
Therapist
Sarah has experience working with a wide range of ages and populations and appreciates diversity. While working in a residential treatment center, she obtained certification as a BALM (family recovery) facilitator and became certified as a nature-informed therapist.
In Person
Telehealth