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- Motivational interviewing
- Advocacy and mediation
- Rehabilitation counseling
About Marcus
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 17 years of experience, Marcus Johnson helps people manage mood and behavior concerns such as depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, eating and sleeping difficulties, intimacy-related issues, parenting strains, anger, and compassion fatigue.
Marcus uses a motivational, collaborative style in sessions. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a coaching mindset to set practical goals and explore options. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can try between meetings and on building skills for day-to-day challenges.
Marcus began his career after earning a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from New York University and later a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. He also holds the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor credential earned earlier in his career and has long experience with advocacy for people with disabilities and chronic health conditions.
For 15 years he worked in managed long-term care as a director of advocacy, helping people navigate supportive housing, Social Security Administration matters, Medicaid and Medicare, vocational rehabilitation, and government services. That work shaped his practical approach to problem-solving in therapy and to coaching conversations that focus on real-world barriers.
He currently works as an Advocacy Specialist with a Health Home organization and combines advocacy knowledge with counseling practice. Sessions emphasize collaboration, actionable strategies, and steady problem-solving rather than abstract theory.
Sessions are conducted in English and Marcus accepts international clients. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
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Approaches used in remote work and how they help
Marcus often uses motivational interviewing to help people clarify what matters to them and to build readiness for change. This approach focuses on asking targeted questions, reflecting back what a person says, and supporting their own reasons for change, which is useful for addictions, behavior change, and engagement with treatment.He also draws on rehabilitation counseling principles to address the practical barriers that affect daily functioning. That includes problem-solving around work, benefits, housing, or access to services and can help when chronic health issues or disability complicate mental health concerns.
Finding the right method is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to test approaches, adjust goals, and choose strategies that fit their needs and preferences. That means techniques and session pacing are reviewed together and refined over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives - for example by reducing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins, or making it possible to meet from different locations. It can also let people combine counseling with advocacy-focused appointments without extra travel, and it supports continuity when schedules or geography change.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with issues including depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, eating and sleeping problems, intimacy-related concerns, parenting stress, anger, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic approach?
He uses a motivational, collaborative style focused on setting goals and practical steps. Sessions often include coaching elements and problem-solving work.
How much experience does he have?
Marcus has 17 years of counseling experience and many more years in related advocacy roles.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and is based in New York state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any practical details when you begin the sign-up process.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule the first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.