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- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- ACT CBT DBT
About Marlene
LMFT in California with 11 years of experience, Marlene Favors helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She works with adults who are facing separation, caregiving strain, immigration concerns, or struggles with substance use. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Marlene uses practical, evidence-based methods so clients can reduce overwhelming feelings and regain control. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. In session she helps people notice unhelpful patterns, practice new coping steps, and set achievable goals.
Clients can expect focused conversations about specific problems. Marlene pays attention to how past attachments and abandonment experiences affect current behavior. She also addresses family conflict, communication problems, guilt, shame, and feelings of emptiness.
She guides people through transitions such as divorce, relocation, or role changes at work or home. For those dealing with addiction she integrates motivational techniques to clarify values and build commitment to change. Caregiver stress and control issues are addressed with practical strategies to reduce burnout.
Marlene explains ideas in plain language and works with each person to make short-term behavior plans. Her practice emphasizes building skills that can be used between sessions. To begin, prospective clients follow the site matching steps and schedule an initial meeting.
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How Marlene Uses ACT, CBT, and DBT in Remote Sessions
This therapist commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify what matters to them and take committed action even when feelings are uncomfortable. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then choosing steps that align with those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT sessions include practical exercises and short homework tasks to test new ways of responding to stress and anxiety. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is applied for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness skills. DBT provides concrete tools for managing intense emotions, reducing reactive behavior, and improving communication. Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean trying one approach first and adjusting based on what helps in early sessions. Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten travel time, allow brief check-ins during a lunch break, or remove the need to be on camera for some meetings. Licensed professionals generally adapt exercises and homework to the online setting so skills can be practiced between appointments.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment issues, family problems, and caregiver stress.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. These methods are applied to help with behavior change and emotion regulation.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of clinical experience working with adults on life transitions and emotional concerns. That background informs her practical, skill-based approach.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMFT licensed in California. Her practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the plan and local fees.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process initiates the intake and first appointment.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.