Marcia Tharp, LICSW, LCSW

Compassionate social worker specializing in trauma and anxiety

CBT and Mindfulness
Trauma and Grief
Licensed in Montana

About Marcia Tharp

Marcia Tharp is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Montana and Washington with 18 years of professional experience. She has worked across multiple settings and with a range of age groups, bringing an adaptable, client-focused approach to each therapeutic relationship. Marcia believes the resources to address life challenges often live within the individual, and she guides people through a process of discovery that highlights options and fosters personal agency.

Her practice integrates evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness alongside relaxation and narrative techniques, tailored to meet each person where they are. Marcia uses an eclectic style that draws on her training as an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) to illuminate choices and support practical steps forward.

She has supported people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, sleep difficulties, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar conditions, and compassion fatigue. In sessions she fosters an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored. Taking the first step toward therapy can be difficult, and Marcia acknowledges that decision as a meaningful start on the path to change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marcia Tharp have?

Marcia Tharp has 18 years of professional experience.

Is Marcia Tharp a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. Her license details are WA LICSW LW 61573442 and MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-973.

In which languages does Marcia Tharp provide therapy?

Marcia Tharp provides therapy in English.

Where is Marcia Tharp located?

Marcia Tharp is located in Montana.

How can I work with Marcia Tharp as my therapist?

People can work with Marcia Tharp through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marcia Tharp work with international clients?

Marcia Tharp does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marcia Tharp cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client's 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match the person with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Marcia Tharp draws from several approaches to help people tackle stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and mood concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, and practical coping challenges. Mindfulness Therapy centers on developing present-moment awareness and nonreactive attention to thoughts and sensations, which can reduce overwhelm and improve emotional regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic relationship where the therapist reflects and supports the individual as they discover their own solutions and priorities.

Marcia works collaboratively with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches fits best with their needs, goals, and preferences. That process includes discussing how techniques will be adapted for the person and adjusted over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility that complements these methods. Video calls allow for face-to-face interaction and real-time skills coaching, phone sessions provide a convenient option when video is not possible, and live chat or text-based messaging can support shorter check-ins or on-the-go reflection. These options make it easier to sustain consistent work with a licensed professional despite busy schedules or distance.

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