Micah Martinez, MD – Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, CA | Mindpath Health
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Dr. Micah Martinez creates a supportive environment for his patients, valuing the importance of their unique experiences. Dr. Martinez encourages patients to take an active role in their treatment plans, believing in the significance of their contribution to the healing process. He uses holistic and evidence-based techniques, tailoring his methods to meet each patient’s needs. One of Dr. Martinez’s guiding principles is to meet patients where they are while emphasizing each individual’s values. This patient-focused approach ensures progress at a comfortable pace for the individual, fostering a sense of trust. With experience in treating college-aged individuals and young adults during his time at Virginia Tech, Dr. Martinez honed his skills and deepened his understanding of the unique challenges faced by this demographic. He also has experience working with veterans at the Salem VA Medical Center, patients in the forensic system through Catawba State Hospital, and providing couples and group therapy. Outside work, Dr. Martinez enjoys powerlifting and indulges in video games.
- Residency – HCA Virginia LewisGale Medical Center
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – St. George’s University School of Medicine
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
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What patients are saying
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Dr Martinez is the best! I appreciate the way he gives me a voice in medical decisions. I never feel judged and he takes time to explain everything to me.
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Dr. Martinez listened to my concerns and helped me make a decision about a depression medication.
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I enjoy speaking to my therapist
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I felt like he really listened to me
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The office is very efficient and easy to work with. I really love my doctors approach and feel both listened to and well advised.
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This is the first time I felt like a provider was specifically there for me and not me there to see a provider. Thank you for hearing me about the reason I was there for. There are a thousand things we could address, but I really appreciated being able to