Martine Saul, LPC

Martine Saul is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on grief, aging, and complex medical concerns. She brings nine years of clinical experience and practical work with hospice patients to her counseling. Martine aims to make difficult moments more manageable through clear, person-focused conversations.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Point Park University and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University. Martine also completed a certificate in Gerontology from the University of Pittsburgh in 2020, which informs her work with older adults. Her graduate placements were in hospice and palliative care settings, where she gained hands-on experience supporting people at the end of life.

Martine has worked in adult day programs planning activities that engaged participants, including those in early stages of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. That background shaped her interest in aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, and counseling around chronic illness and disability. She also offers bereavement and grief support, drawing on group facilitation experience.

Outside of private practice, Martine co-facilitates a bereavement support group and participates in local social advocacy efforts. She previously worked as a service coordinator and continues to share local community resources with clients. Her approach centers on practical help and steady support during life transitions.

Martine works with children, adolescents, and adults on health and well-being topics and on preparing for major life changes. Sessions are conversational and focused on finding useful next steps for each person.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a strong working relationship, helping people talk through feelings and decide what matters most to them. This approach suits grief, life transitions, and ongoing stress related to aging or caregiving.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful habits. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, chronic pain coping, and managing daily routines when health changes.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences, and may combine approaches as needs evolve. Together they’ll review what’s working and adjust the plan over time.

Many people find online therapy easier to fit into their schedules and daily routines. Online sessions can reduce travel time, make it simpler to attend during a work break, or allow shorter check-ins when that suits the day. Confirm the current session options with the therapist before booking so you know which formats are available and how they can fit into your life.