I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with 25 years of professional experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, career difficulties, anxiety and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I use different treatment types such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy and utilize mindfulness in my work with clients. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I work best in the video and telephone modalities. I work part-time for Better Help. My primary availability is Tuesdays and Fridays and I can be flexible as needed. I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
CA LCSW 18141
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Thanks Marcia! For responding me as soon as I need it.
Written on Nov 19, 2024 after therapy with Marcia for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
So far so good
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Marcia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Marcia is truly a wonderful therapist who took the time to patiently and genuinely help me on my therapy journey. She was always sincerely engaged in our conversations, she is easy to open up to without judgment, and has offered valuable resources for my continued growth as an individual.
Written on Aug 07, 2024 after therapy with Marcia for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Marcia is very concerned about me and what is best for me. I appreciate this.
Written on May 14, 2024 after therapy with Marcia for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
Marcia has been instrumental in my journey towards mental well-being. Her compassionate and insightful approach has truly made a positive impact on my life. I'm extremely thankful for her support and guidance.
Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Marcia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and adhd