Claudia Orfao-Martin, Therapist

Claudia Orfao-Martin, LICSW, brings over 47 years of dedicated experience in providing mental health treatment to individuals across various age groups in Massachusetts. At LifeStance Health, Claudia is committed to offering comprehensive care tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Her extensive experience encompasses working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, ensuring a compassionate and expert approach to mental health challenges. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and grief and loss, Claudia’s passion lies in helping clients navigate these often-overwhelming conditions. Her approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to create individualized treatment plans. Claudia is particularly adept at supporting clients through life transitions, addressing childhood behavior issues, and managing postpartum depression and anxiety. Claudia’s clinical expertise extends to working with diverse populations, including individuals facing developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and those who have experienced head injuries. Her proficiency in family therapy and parenting skills development further supports families in creating harmonious and supportive home environments. In addition to her clinical practice, Claudia is deeply involved in the training of service dogs, a passion project that underscores her commitment to therapeutic and supportive care. This involvement reflects her dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals through various therapeutic avenues.