Marla Monk, LCSW, LISW-CP
- Trauma and grief
- Couples and families
- Stress and anxiety
About Marla Monk
She has experience supporting active duty service members, veterans, and their families, and has served in roles within Marine and family support programs as well as volunteer positions supporting military communities. That background informs her work with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and caregiver or first responder stress, helping clients translate difficult experiences into manageable steps toward healing.
Marla integrates several evidence-informed approaches in her practice, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Gottman Method couples work, along with trauma-focused therapies and motivational interviewing techniques. She holds the credentials LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and LISW-CP - Licensed Independent Social Worker for clinical practice - which reflect her clinical training and licensure. Her style emphasizes collaboration, practical skill-building, and tailoring strategies to each person or partnership she works with.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marla Monk have?
Marla Monk has five years of professional experience in the social work and mental health field.
Is Marla Monk a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LISW-CP. Her license details are CA LCSW 88007 and SC LISW-CP 14794.
In which languages does Marla Monk provide therapy?
Marla Monk provides therapy in English.
Where is Marla Monk located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Marla Monk as my therapist?
You can work with Marla Monk through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marla Monk work with international clients?
Marla Monk does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marla Monk 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 to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online work with Marla Monk
Marla Monk uses a mix of practical, skills-based therapies tailored to each client's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. The Gottman Method focuses on improving communication and emotional connection in couples, offering structured tools to resolve conflict and strengthen intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaborative goal-setting, creating space for clients to explore values, self-esteem, and life changes in a supportive relationship with the therapist.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marla works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and practical circumstances, adjusting strategies as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility for many schedules and life situations. Sessions can take place by video call, by phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging, allowing clients to connect in whichever format feels most accessible and convenient. This range of options helps maintain continuity of care and supports steady work toward personal and relational goals with licensed professionals.