Martha "Marti" Stany, LCSW, CSW
LCSW specializing in trauma and intimacy care
- Trauma and abuse
- LGBTQIA+ affirming care
- Relationship and intimacy support
About Martha "Marti" Stany
Martha "Marti" Stany is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of professional experience supporting people through trauma, sexuality, intimacy, and broader mental health concerns. She holds the credentials LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW (Clinical Social Worker) and has practiced across multiple states, bringing a depth of clinical experience to complex personal and relational challenges.
Marti has extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people healing from trauma and abuse, and both individuals and couples navigating relationship and intimacy difficulties. Her work often addresses stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, parenting and blended family issues, body image and eating concerns, and coping with major life changes. She also supports clients facing attachment-related struggles, issues related to kink and alternative sexual cultures, and various forms of dissociation and trauma responses.
Her therapeutic stance is compassionate and nonjudgmental, grounded in a collaborative, client-centered philosophy that honors each person as the expert in their own life. Marti emphasizes clients' strengths and practical strategies for moving toward greater connection, resilience, and personal fulfillment, offering tailored support as people work toward clearer goals and healthier relationships.
Marti has extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, people healing from trauma and abuse, and both individuals and couples navigating relationship and intimacy difficulties. Her work often addresses stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, parenting and blended family issues, body image and eating concerns, and coping with major life changes. She also supports clients facing attachment-related struggles, issues related to kink and alternative sexual cultures, and various forms of dissociation and trauma responses.
Her therapeutic stance is compassionate and nonjudgmental, grounded in a collaborative, client-centered philosophy that honors each person as the expert in their own life. Marti emphasizes clients' strengths and practical strategies for moving toward greater connection, resilience, and personal fulfillment, offering tailored support as people work toward clearer goals and healthier relationships.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Martha "Marti" Stany have?
She has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Martha "Marti" Stany a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details include IL LCSW 149018259 and CO LCSW CSW.09927523.
In which languages does Martha "Marti" Stany provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Martha "Marti" Stany located?
She is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Martha "Marti" Stany as my therapist?
You can work with Martha "Marti" Stany through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Martha "Marti" Stany work with international clients?
Martha "Marti" Stany does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Martha "Marti" Stany cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and commit to actions that align with what matters most, while teaching practical skills for managing difficult thoughts and emotions - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that develop from early relationships and helps clients build more secure, connected partnerships and improve intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the therapist's empathic presence and unconditional regard, creating a supportive space where clients lead the pace of change and develop their own solutions for issues like self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and grief.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Marti works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates techniques as appropriate and adjusts the direction of work based on ongoing feedback and progress.
Online therapy with Marti is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and consistent access to care. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and connect with licensed professionals from a comfortable setting while focusing on practical steps toward improvement.
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