I am licensed in California with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, career difficulties, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. 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.
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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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