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Martha Ochako is a Board-Certified PMHNP who is competent in assessing patients, diagnosing disorders, and prescribing appropriate treatments. She does not just cover a symptom with a drug before investigating and addressing its root causes.

She graduated from Metro State University, in MN with an E L M Sc. in nursing. She completed a Post Masters Certification of PHMNP from R M University of Health Professions, Utah. She holds a doctorate (DHSC) from Nova SE University, Florida.

I have been practicing as a licensed therapist for 10 years and specialize in helping people reclaim their lives by healing from the pain of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained as a clinical mental health counselor with additional specializations in play therapy and trauma focused work. I work with all populations from preteen into adulthood.

I bring over 20 years of experience in mental health, addiction counseling, public health, and higher education leadership into my work with clients. My approach is grounded in both clinical expertise and lived experience, which allows me to meet you not just as a professional—but as a whole person who understands complexity, transition, and healing on multiple levels.

My work centers on helping individuals reconnect with who they are at their core—beyond survival, expectations, or systems that may have shaped them. I integrate emotional wellness, identity exploration, and purpose-driven growth into our work together.

Whether you are navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, or questions around identity and purpose, I create a space where you can show up fully and begin the process of realignment and healing.

Please DO NOT BOOK consultations or appointments on Headway. My booking link is: https://sisterwells.janeapp.com/

Hello, I am a double graduate of NCA & T with a Bachelor of Social Work & Master in Counseling as first-generation college student. I have 20+ years’ experience in child welfare and family well-being. In which, I have a passion for helping others with emphasis on self-esteem, positive thinking, domestic violence, family dynamics & the impact of trauma & adverse childhood effects. I am a boy mom (human & fur baby) & for that reason, I love sports & enjoy cultivating males. & women empowerment!

I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC–Chapel Hill in 1999 and have more than 25 years of experience helping adults and families navigate emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and major life challenges. My background includes work as a psychotherapist and child welfare social worker.

I bring experience, steadiness, and genuine curiosity to my work. I am interested not only in what people are struggling with, but in how they came to experience themselves and their lives in the ways they do.

Through Headway, I provide insurance-based therapy to individual adults only. I do not see couples through insurance.

Do you dream of the days when you were your "old self "? Do you feel stuck? Are you trying to navigate new spaces in your life ? Do you dream of the days when you and your partner felt so connected and in love? Lately, miscommunications, arguments, or life stressors have created distance, leaving you feeling disconnected and out of sync. You are not alone. I work with couples and individuals just like you who want to learn how to strengthen communication skills, honor their needs, and set healthy boundaries to reignite the love and intimacy in their relationships or simply within themselves. With over 15 years of working with couples and individuals struggling with relationship and life stressors, I’ve helped many people find clarity and a path forward. I have a deep passion for guiding individuals and partners from anger, resentment, insecurity, disappointment and distrust to forgiveness, understanding, self-improvement and connection in their relationship with others and/or themselves. I would love to help you get through this tough time. If you are struggling with how you show up in your relationships or for yourself. I invite you to reach out today. It’s time to heal, rebuild, and reconnect so you can fight for the love and connections you truly deserve.

My Experience I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Winston-Salem State University in 2006 and my Master's of Social Work from the University of South Carolina in 2012. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including adults and couples.

When I’m not in therapist mode, I’m... Living an active life and traveling the world. As a world traveler, I consider myself culturally well-rounded. I am originally from South Carolina, but I’ve made Charlotte my home.