Marla Patterson, LPC

Marla Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, and depression. She also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, and relationship or parenting concerns. Her tone is respectful and kind, and she focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions.

Marla uses a strength-based approach that highlights each person's resilience and resources. In sessions she works alongside clients to set clear goals and try strategies that match their needs. Conversations are straightforward and geared toward everyday life changes and coping skills.

With 14 years of professional experience, she draws on time spent in behavioral health and mental health settings. That background informs a steady, problem-solving style rather than a single technique. Marla aims to help people notice what already works for them and build on those strengths.

Sessions move at a pace set by the client, with attention to immediate concerns and longer-term changes. She encourages small experiments between meetings, like testing a new routine or communication strategy. Progress is reviewed regularly so plans can be adjusted.

People who choose Marla can expect a direct and compassionate counselor who prioritizes respect and practical tools. She invites anyone ready to talk about addiction, mood concerns, or life transitions to begin the match process and schedule a session.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Marla uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a strength-based orientation that emphasizes resilience and practical change. A strength-based approach looks for what already helps a person cope, then builds on those behaviors and supports to meet current challenges, such as addiction or overwhelming stress.

She also draws on common evidence-based methods that focus on skills practice and goal setting. These approaches teach concrete skills for mood management, handling cravings or urges, improving communication, and pacing recovery work so it fits daily life. They are useful for problems like anxiety, depression, and recurring patterns that interfere with relationships or work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try approaches, and adjust techniques based on what feels most useful. This shared process helps tailor sessions to the client's needs and preferences rather than following a rigid plan.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions around work or family life. If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Many people find that remote sessions make it simpler to maintain regular check-ins and to practice new strategies between meetings.