Marla Majors, LMHC
Warm, experienced LMHC in Washington
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and recovery
- Family and relationships
About Marla Majors
Marla Majors is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 11 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, and depression. She also works with concerns related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, avoidant and dependent personality patterns, codependency, dissociation, blended family challenges, and communication or commitment difficulties. Marla approaches each person from a strengths-based perspective, believing that individuals are the experts of their own stories and that existing strengths can be used to address life’s challenges.
Her clinical style is warm, interactive, funny, and wholesome, inviting both introspection and lightness. Therapy with Marla is intended to be engaging and human - moments of laughter and tears are equally welcome, and she even recounts an occasion when a client snorted during a session. She blends talk therapy with supportive cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior strategies while centering sessions on the client through a client-centered approach. Marla aims to make therapy both meaningful and approachable while offering steady support for people taking the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Marla holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is based in Washington. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Her clinical style is warm, interactive, funny, and wholesome, inviting both introspection and lightness. Therapy with Marla is intended to be engaging and human - moments of laughter and tears are equally welcome, and she even recounts an occasion when a client snorted during a session. She blends talk therapy with supportive cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior strategies while centering sessions on the client through a client-centered approach. Marla aims to make therapy both meaningful and approachable while offering steady support for people taking the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Marla holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is based in Washington. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marla Majors have?
Marla Majors has 11 years of professional experience.
Is Marla Majors a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: WA LMHC LH61312144.
In which languages does Marla Majors provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Marla Majors located?
Marla Majors is located in Washington.
How can I work with Marla Majors as my therapist?
You can work with Marla Majors through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marla Majors work with international clients?
Marla Majors does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marla Majors 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Remote Therapeutic Approaches and Care
Marla often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skill-focused, and it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping with addictive behaviors.She also integrates dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) strategies to build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT techniques can be helpful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing reactive behaviors.
In session Marla uses a client-centered stance that prioritizes the person’s experience and preferences, creating a collaborative environment where goals and pacing are guided by the client. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Marla works together with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and style of working.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, continue consistent care despite geographic limits, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while working with therapists who tailor their approach to each person’s needs.