About Claude
Lived experience. Academic expertise. Genuine understanding.
ACCPH
Registered Fellow
Lived Experience
Personal Journey
Hi, I'm Claude — Trained in trauma‑informed practice, positive psychology, and men's emotional regulation. And I'm here to help you steady the ground under your feet again.
I don't come to this work from theory alone.
Yes, I have an academic background, including a doctorate in counselling, and I'm registered with the ACCPH.
But what matters more is this:
I've lived what you're living.
I know the shock of separation.
I know the frustration of dealing with systems that feel unbalanced and unsympathetic.
I know what it's like to wake up one day and realise life has flipped upside down — and you're expected to hold it all together anyway.
For over 35 years, I've been walking alongside men who are carrying stress, overwhelm, and the silent weight of trying to stay strong for everyone else.
You don't need to explain the pressure to me — I've felt it.
You don't need to pretend you're fine — I've been in the place where nothing feels fine.
You're not broken. You're not failing.
You're a man going through a storm.
If you're ready to talk to someone who genuinely understands — academically and personally — I'm here.
With respect for your journey,
Dr. Claude Martinez
My Approach
Grounded in lived experience, informed by professional training
Trauma-Informed
Understanding that separation and stress create real trauma. Every session is approached with sensitivity and care.
Non-Judgmental
A safe space where you can speak freely without fear of criticism. Your experience is valid and respected.
Strength-Focused
Building on your existing resilience and helping you rediscover the strength you already have within.