Marcia Howard, LCSW
- 20 years experience
- Speaks English Spanish Portuguese
- CBT DBT Mindfulness
About Marcia Howard
Marcia emphasizes a strengths-based perspective and respects that each person is the expert of their own story. She helps clients identify and build on existing strengths while offering structured tools and compassionate support to navigate obstacles. Marcia uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she holds the credential required to provide clinical social work and psychotherapy in California. She guides clients through the steps of change with empathy, practical strategies, and a focus on meaningful, sustainable progress.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marcia Howard have?
Marcia Howard has 20 years of professional experience providing counseling and therapy.
Is Marcia Howard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is CA LCSW 23049.
In which languages does Marcia Howard provide therapy?
Marcia provides therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Where is Marcia Howard located?
Marcia is located in California.
How can I work with Marcia Howard as my therapist?
You can work with Marcia through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marcia Howard work with international clients?
Marcia Howard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marcia Howard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Marcia often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy into online work to provide practical tools and present-moment awareness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior and learning concrete strategies to shift them, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy encourages learning to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment, fostering emotional regulation and reducing reactivity, useful for managing mood and stress.She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when clients need structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies to help people cope with intense emotions and improve relationships.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Marcia works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, then adapts techniques so the therapeutic plan fits their life and priorities. Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, by phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.