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Practical, client-guided therapy for life challenges

Marie Urbina, LPCC, LMHC

12 years in practice · based in California · sessions in English · 7 methods listed · online only

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About Marie

Marie Urbina welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship strain, or major life changes. She writes simply and listens closely so clients can say what matters without feeling judged. Marie holds LPCC and LMHC credentials and brings 12 years of clinical experience to sessions.

Her work suits people who want clear next steps as well as emotional support. She uses straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful patterns and from mindfulness to build calmer responses.

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Background and approach

Sessions are client-centered, meaning the client’s goals guide the pace and focus. Marie also uses motivational interviewing and narrative therapy to help people clarify values, change habits, and reshape the stories that keep them stuck. That mix allows for short-term problem solving and deeper personal work when needed.

She commonly addresses sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and trauma-related issues. Clients with additional concerns such as adoption and foster care, attachment issues, chronic illness, caregiving strain, body image, and communication problems can find practical strategies and coping plans. She adapts tools to each person’s situation and comfort level.

People who prefer talking by phone or video, or who like messaging between sessions, will find the practice accommodates those formats. Marie aims to help people make steady, manageable changes while respecting each person’s pace and priorities.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. In online sessions this means the therapist reflects concerns, asks what matters most, and together they set goals that fit the client's life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify thought and behavior patterns and replace them with practical alternatives. Online CBT often includes simple exercises and homework that can be discussed over video or messaging.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to test methods and adjust them based on needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that can be brief and focused or more exploratory, depending on what the client wants.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a short break or lower bandwidth situations. Messaging and live chat let clients check in between sessions or use written reflection as part of homework. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, and career issues, among other areas.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her style is warm and attentive with a focus on client-centered care, practical CBT tools, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches to clarify goals and change patterns.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and life situations.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LPCC and LMHC credentials and practices in California.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

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Experience
12 years
Licensed
Florida, California
Languages
English