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I have been practicing therapy and mental health counseling in a variety of settings since 2010. I began my career working with athletes in managing pre-performance anxiety, enhancing self-confidence, setting goals, and working through life stressors.


In addition, I had the opportunity to provide individual and group therapy at an inpatient mental institute counseling patients working through substance abuse and psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. My career evolved into working with children and young adults with autism and other developmental disorders through behavior therapy. In 2016, I become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I use my experience as a behaviorist in my practice to assist families in creating long-lasting positive behavior change for children and improving upon interpersonal skills between parent and child. Overall, I have a bevy of experience working with individuals and families with depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship issues, and significant life changes.


I ensure a non-judgmental, comfortable environment to openly discuss personal issues while providing education about surrounding problems and collaboratively working to improve emotions, positively change behaviors, and increase overall well-being. The therapeutic relationships is paramount in our time together. I want my clients to feel like they can comfortably share their experiences as detailed as possible. I know in my experience in therapy, that relationship was necessary, or treatment would be ineffective.

A little more about me...

I grew up in the Phoenix/Metro area. My hometown means much to me, and I love the opportunity to talk about its culture, activities, and livelihood. Much of my values and positive attitude were shaped as a result of my upbringing. I still have good friends and family there and love to visit from time to time.


I am a devoted husband to my lovely wife and father to four beautiful children. When I’m not providing support for clients, I enjoy spending time with my family, playing board games, going to museums and amusement parks, and watching sports. I enjoy traveling and seeing new places.


While I make my therapy sessions about the client, you can ask me about any of my personal experiences.

Associations

  • Behavior Analyst Certification Board
  • California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists – CAMFT Member (Member# 112794)

Professional information

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT #115577, AZ LMFT #15848, OH LMFT # F.2300375 )
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BACB #1-16-22082)
  • Masters Degrees – Argosy University
  • Counseling Psychology
  • Sports/Exercise Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts Degree – Arizona
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences

Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

Confucius

Specializations

Expert care tailored to your needs. Overcome challenges, find balance, and rediscover well-being with personalized therapies.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

CBT is an evidenced-based therapeutic approach designed to assess one’s thoughts and how they impact emotions and behaviors. Interventions promote self-regulation skills, perspective taking, and achieving balanced thought patterns

Teen Counseling

Providing support for the unique concerns that teens have in the areas of behavior, academics, and managing complex social and emotional situations

Sports Psychology and Mental Skills Training

Is your goal to achieve a certain athletic goal, such as a scholarship, or to get back to having fun with sports again? A vast majority of athletic performance issues stem from negativistic thinking, lack of confidence, and pre-performance anxiety.

Social Anxiety Disorder Counseling

Are you always worried about making mistakes, looking bad or being embarrassed in front of others? If you answered yes to any of the above, you may have a social anxiety disorder.

Family Counseling

Our family affects who we are and who we become, both for the better and for worse. We learn our vocabulary, our habits, our customs and rituals, and how to view and observe the world around us.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, or MBCT, is designed for people who suffer from repeated bouts of depression or chronic unhappiness.

Individual Therapy

Are you having a difficult time handling the struggles in your life? Could you use an expert opinion on what you’re going through, or a non-judgmental ear just to listen? Do you think you could benefit the most from individualized attention?

Mental Health Talks

TJ Van Marter delivers impactful and insightful talks on mental health, addressing topics like self-care, resilience, and mental wellness. With a compassionate and relatable approach, TJ aims to break down stigmas and inspire positive change, leaving audiences empowered to prioritize their mental well-being.

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Testimonials

Working with TJ in the past he understands your child’s unique needs and interests, with dedicated support to help wherever you need it most.

Michael Schwartzbach

I have known TJ for a very long time and he has always demonstrated sound judgement in any problem that has arisen. I would recommend him to anyone.

Brandon Nueman

TJ is great working with kids!! He understands them and knows how to reach them in their young minds.

Kevin B.

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FAQs

  • What type of clients do you service?

    I have had the privelage of working with a diverse range of clients presenting with a variety of behavioral and emotional challenges. I have the most experience working with young men and male teens, neurodivergent people (ADHD and autism) and athletes working to improve their performance in their sport.

  • What are your fees?

    This is a conversation I have with prospective clients during our free initial phone consultation, as different treatment types and length determine fees. My fees range is $180-$250 per session. Fees are determined based on clinical needs as no two cases are the same. I do take into consideration the client’s financial situation, and do offer a sliding scale for limited clients. Payment plans can also be established. I accept cash, check, credit cards, Zelle. I also accept most HSA and FSA plans. Please contact me for questions on fees.

  • How long are sessions?

    The initial session is an intake, which takes about 60-75 minutes. This session is important as it gathers all of the background information about the client(s), presenting concerns, and past experiences. This session allows for the client and I to create reasonable therapy goals, establish a working relationship, and create a foundation for intervention. Ensuing therapy sessions are 50 minutes in length.

  • Do you offer online, remote, or video services?

    Absolutely! I am professionally trained to conduct web-based video and telephone therapy. My license covers all of California, Arizona and Ohio, so I can see clients anywhere in those state.

  • AREN'T PEOPLE WHO GO TO THERAPY WEAK?

    I would argue that those who make the decision to come to therapy are showing strength and courage in tackling a complex situation compared to choosing to let it fester into something much more malignant. There is power in admitting that one needs support.

  • What's the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?

    A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, counseling is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation elicits a great deal of negative emotion, and you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.

  • DO YOU OFFER ONLINE, REMOTE, OR VIDEO SERVICES?

    I am flexible to the client’s individual needs and circumstance. Many people prefer the face-to-face nature of counseling because they feel more can be accomplished. However, I am professionally trained to conduct web-based video and telephone therapy with similar success. My license covers all of California, Arizona and Ohio, so I can see clients anywhere in those state.

  • How long will it take?

    Unfortunately, this is not possible to say in a general FAQs page. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time counseling can take to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek counseling in the first place.

  • I want to get the most our of therapy. What can I do to help?

    I am so glad you are dedicated to getting the most out of your sessions. Your active participation and dedication will be crucial to your success. Following our treatment plan within and outside of therapy, utilizing skills to problem solve and self-regulate complex emotions, and attending scheduled sessions proves effective in one’s therapeutic journey.

In Case of Emergencies

National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255

Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-540-4000

Adult/Elder Protective Services
1-800-992-1660

DV Sexual Abuse
1-800-339-3940

Del Amo Behavioral Health (Emergency)
(310) 530-1151

Mental health links

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Addiction and Recovery

Eating Disorders

Personality Disorders

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Child Abuse and Domestic Violence

Developmental Disorders

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