Lori Anne Martinez

Psychologist

700 West Main Street Payson Arizona, 85541 Show map

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Lori Anne Martinez, PhD, LPC, LISAC, NCC, works at Professional Links to Wellness in Arizona. She is a registered psychologist and counselor, specializing in mental illness and addiction issues. A member of the Arizona Psychologist's Association, she prides herself on her excellent customer service for her clients.

Education and Training

Northern Arizona University Master's Degree 1993

Northern Arizona University Educational Psychology PhD 2007

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Lori Anne Martinez

Lori Anne Martinez's Expert Contributions

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Is claustrophobia curable?
Very simply said, yes, claustrophobia is treatable and manageable. The person who diagnosed you should be providing you with ideas and resources about helping you directly manage and treat this condition. READ MORE
Is isolation a factor in many people who have mental breaks?
Insightful question. What we do know from the research and in-session client statements involves key correlations (not causation) between social isolation and mental health symptoms. It is more circular in nature, that people who may suffer episodes of serious depression, anxiety, and/or psychosis avoid social connections as well as inadequate social support is often linked to worsening mental health symptoms. READ MORE
Should I go to a doctor for a panic attack?
It sounds like you will be best served to locate and schedule an intake assessment with a licensed prescriber such as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This professional can work with you on obtaining an official diagnosis and thereby properly treat your symptoms. I also suggest meeting for counseling with a mental health counselor/psychologist to gain insight into your condition and develop more adaptive ways of preventing panic and coping effectively. READ MORE
How can I control my anxiety?
Anxiety and depression disorders are best treated/managed with a combination of behavioral and cognitive tools usually provided via counseling or psychological care and a psychiatric nurse practitioner for prescribing and monitoring recommended medication. READ MORE
When should one begin taking anti-anxiety medication?
Firstly, "anxiety" is not a literal diagnosis, it is a condition of one's mood but may not be a disorder. With a specific type of anxiety determined by a psychiatrist or other qualified mental health provider, a best fit pharmaceutical AND counseling/behavioral modification can be utilized to manage symptoms and modify one's lifestyle. If a mental health professional has determined a diagnosis then they should have also made recommendations for treatment including medication options, frequency of their use, and risks/other unintended effects of medication use are discussed with you as part of informed consent. Typically, a medication is prescribed to help the person with a specific anxiety disorder because the person's level symptoms are debilitating and significantly interfere with activities of daily living ( hygiene, self-care, sleep, appetite, sociability, and ability to work or maintain employment) and/or their quality of life. READ MORE
Autism spectrum treatment for a 17 year old boy?
I recommend a team approach...someone who can prescribe who has expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions, ASD, and a mental health professional/behavioralist. I would suggest everyone is collaborating on similar goals. READ MORE
What is humanistic therapy used to treat?
Humanistic theory and therapy strive to address human conditions more holistically. This therapy approach is not used specifically for any psychopathology but rather facilitates a person exploring and understanding, even accepting their whole person such as emotions, values, needs, self-concept. It may require a person to be capable of focusing on honest insight versus specific symptom reduction. READ MORE
What are bipolar people like?
GreetingsFirst of all, there are no "bipolar people", rather person-first language is more appropriate in addressing your question. People who have been diagnosed with a Bipolar condition experience a variety of symptoms which can be quite debilitating depending upon the person's symptom intensity. Bipolar Type I and II are different subtypes of mental illness which describe depression and/or Manic episodes. Remember to think about and refer to people with mental illness as people first...people should never be identified by their medical condition/s. READ MORE
Can psychosis be caused by alcohol?
Yes, alcohol hallucinosis is a rare but real effect of some alcohol use disorders. READ MORE
What does a psychologist do for schizophrenia?
Psychologists and other trained mental health professionals may engage the person with schizophrenia in a variety of interventions including, but not limited to, cognitive and behavioral methods to help the person recognize and manage positive and/or negative symptoms, positive social activities/life and leisure development, support in vocational endeavors, psychoeducation (promoting healthy lifestyle choices, nutrition practices, psychiatric medication use, etc.). Sometimes, psychological testing is implemented to address the learning, memory, and other neurocognitive impacts of schizophrenia. Psychologists also provide supportive talk therapy to address issues such as loss/grief associated with the diagnosis, trauma when present, family guidance, and more. READ MORE
How long does it take to emotionally recover from divorce?
Recovery from divorce is highly variable, not completely dissimilar from grief and loss from death. Individual differences in one's level of resilience, as well as, the many circumstances surrounding a divorce, all impact how a person of divorce responds and heals from this type of loss and major life change. I encourage divorcees to avoid dating for at least one year post divorce to use that time to work with life changes and learn from that relationship loss. READ MORE
My aunt sleeps all day?
Sounds like she is very depressed and COVID made things worse. Please see if you and your family can get her to a doctor for a psychiatric consult, intervention. READ MORE
Losing weight without trying?
I don't see a question here. I do recommend you initiate therapy for yourself because you report high level depression with self-depreciating thoughts and behaviors. READ MORE
Heart palpitation and dizziness?
It sounds like you have mostly ruled out underlying medical/cardiac disorder or disease process. Have you considered full hormonal screening, blood levels of testosterone, progesterone, estrogen, as well as thyroid and adrenal panels? Do you take any nutritional supplements that may contain high levels of caffeine or other natural stimulants? Have you processed this experience with a trained, experienced therapist? Have you considered why you become "afraid" every time you have a slight tachycardia reaction? You have already determined you are not in any real danger when you experience a slightly irregular heart beat, so your thought process of being afraid may be overly adapted to the reality of your actual situation and health status. READ MORE
Can I take kalms?
I am unfamiliar with the FDA endorsement of this product and it will be in your best interest to inquire with your pharmacy as to how or if this natural product interacts with your other medications and health history. READ MORE
Drug induced chest pain?
When was the last time you did diagnostics on your heart? Blood work-up? Does your medical provider do labs on you regularly given the types to medications you are prescribed, but not sure you're taking? Illicit stimulants such as what you're using are known to cause permanent cardiopulmonary impairment/damage. READ MORE
Cannabis and depression?
Are you able to have an open consult with your prescriber about efficacy of antidepressant and cannabis? Your inquiry is valuable, but best directed towards the medical provider who is prescribing and treating you for the depression. Also, psychotherapy in combination with effective medication and healthy eating habits are known to have more effective results. READ MORE
Quitting Prozac cold turkey?
This is a good question to also directly ask your pharmacist. Generally speaking, it's not a good idea to discontinue this medication abruptly. You should call your prescriber and ask for a short-term refill or medication bridge so you won't have poor effects from withdrawal of this medication. READ MORE
Sleeping problems?
Well, there is probably "nothing wrong with you," but rather a disturbance in your sleep involving fear of dying could be anxiety and the effect of being fearful. You may want to discuss this with a counselor. You may also need to avoid negative TV and social media content for awhile. Take a closer look at what you eat before bed and try to get good exercise each day. READ MORE
Suboxen withdrawals?
These are valuable questions best directed at your current suboxone provider. They are legally responsible for monitoring your health and prescription use of opiates. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

AddictionGeneral Mental HealthSerious Mental Illnesscounseling psychologyhuman development and professional counselingclinical supervisionprofessional counselor educationbehavioral health consulting

Professional Memberships

Arizona Psychological Association

Internships

Northern Arizona University (Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychology)

Professional Society Memberships

Arizona Psychologist Association

What do you attribute your success to?

Good Customer Service

Hobbies / Sports

Triathalons, Photography, Kayaking

Favorite professional publications

The Networker

Lori Anne Martinez's Practice location

Professionals Links to Wellness

700 West Main Street -
Payson, Arizona 85541

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New patients: 928-970-1967

Mon:09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tue:09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wed:09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thu:09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Fri:09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

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Get to know Psychologist Dr. Lori Anne Martinez, who serves patients in Payson, Arizona.

Dr. Martinez is a registered psychologist, a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a licensed independent substance abuse counselor (LISAC), and a national certified counselor (NCC) who has dedicated her training and unique experience to evaluate and study behavior and mental processes. With a goal to enhance patients’ quality of life, she has worked in community settings for more than 30 years, treating youth, families, and adults from around the state of Arizona.

Currently, she serves patients at her private practice – Professionals Links to Wellness – located in Payson, Arizona. She offers compassionate psychological and counseling services to patients of all ages, attributing her success to good customer service. Her areas of expertise cover counseling psychology, human development and professional counseling, clinical supervision, professional counselor education, and behavioral health consulting.

A member of the Arizona Psychological Association, Dr. Martinez earned her Master of Science (MS) degree in Clinical Psychology from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona in 1993. She also holds a Doctorate (PhD) with a focus on Educational Psychology from the same educational venue in 2007.

Psychology is the science of behavior and mind. It includes the study of conscious and unconscious phenomena, as well as feeling and thought. It is an academic discipline of immense scope. Psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat the psychological problems and behavioral dysfunctions resulting from, or related to, physical and mental health. In addition, they play a major role in the promotion of healthy behavior, preventing diseases and improving patients’ quality of life.

Outside of the office, Dr. Martinez enjoys running triathlons, kayaking, and photography.