Marilyn Garcia, LICSW, LISW

Marilyn Garcia is a licensed social worker with seven years of professional experience, licensed in Iowa, New Jersey, New York, and Virginia. She holds LICSW and LISW, credentials that indicate advanced licensure to practice independently as a clinical social worker and provide therapeutic services. Marilyn blends clinical knowledge with practical support to help clients manage everyday challenges and reach meaningful goals.

Her work centers on helping people who struggle with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and career difficulties. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she customizes conversations and treatment plans to address the unique needs of every client. Marilyn aims to create a collaborative space where clients feel heard and supported as they explore change.

She recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and affirms the step of reaching out for help. Marilyn is committed to guiding clients through the early stages of engagement and helping them move toward clearer, more manageable solutions.

How Marilyn’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Marilyn often uses client-centered therapy, a style that focuses on the client’s perspective and personal goals. This approach emphasizes active listening and collaboration so clients can explore what matters most to them and identify the changes they want to make.

She also employs cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps clients recognize and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, stress, panic, and related concerns and supports practical strategies for coping and symptom reduction.

For clients affected by traumatic experiences, Marilyn integrates trauma-focused techniques that attend to the impact of trauma while pacing work to match each person’s readiness. These methods aim to reduce distress and build adaptive coping skills over time.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. Marilyn works with each person to clarify needs, set goals, and adjust methods as therapy progresses so the plan reflects the client’s preferences and priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule care around work, caregiving, and daily life, and they allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, accessible support across different circumstances.