Kything is the act of making yourself present to someone on a deep level, which is the essence of psychotherapy. It is about getting to know your True Self and allowing it to surface. I believe that given a non-judgmental, safe, therapeutic space, you will find the answers and healing power within. I’m here to guide you on that journey. I am a licensed mental health counselor. I’ve been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years with people of all ages who have had a multitude of various difficulties.
I have been trained in many types of therapeutic techniques, but I primarily work from a person-centered, strength-based, psychodynamic modality, meeting you where you are at. My area of specialty is individual psychotherapy and I also enjoy working with couples, teens, and family counseling.
I have had the privilege of working with people from different cultures, races, genders, and socioeconomic levels both in the U.S. and overseas. I love what I do and am grateful for all I’ve learned from each person I’ve worked with. It will be an honor to get to know you and accompany you in this next step of your life journey and to help you empower yourself in the ways that you choose.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Abandonment, Body image, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems
NY LMHC 005256-01
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I don't think you could find a more caring therapist dedicated to understanding you and helping you become the person you want to be. She pushes you in the exact way you need to be pushed but creates the safest place for expression and I have ultimate trust in her.
Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Marcia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Marcia is amazing!
Written on Dec 07, 2022 after therapy with Marcia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd