Marlene Merchant , LMHC
- Trauma and abuse
- Addictions treatment
- Stress and anxiety
About Marlene Merchant
Marlene works with adults, adolescents, and young children, and has particular experience with people of color in low-income communities. She specializes in eating disorders, trauma and abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, and stress, and frequently supports work around self-care, sleep, intimacy, relationships, and family dynamics. She emphasizes equipping clients with tools to manage everyday stressors and to nurture long-term wellbeing.
Passionate and invested in client success, Marlene centers strengths-based work and practical skill-building so changes endure beyond the therapy room. She affirms each person’s inherent value and aims to help them move toward greater peace, joy, and purpose. When clients are ready to take the next step, Marlene offers steady, goal-oriented support throughout the therapeutic journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marlene Merchant have?
Marlene Merchant has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Marlene Merchant a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are NY LMHC 011677-01.
In which languages does Marlene Merchant provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Marlene Merchant located?
Marlene Merchant is located in New York.
How can I work with Marlene Merchant as my therapist?
You can work with Marlene Merchant through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marlene Merchant work with international clients?
Yes, Marlene Merchant works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marlene Merchant 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. 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.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many habit-driven concerns.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and feelings, helping people reduce reactivity, improve emotional regulation, and cope with ongoing stressors.
Motivational Interviewing helps people resolve ambivalence about change by exploring personal values and strengthening intrinsic motivation, which is especially useful for addiction, lifestyle shifts, and readiness-related issues.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adapt methods over time so care remains practical and aligned with what the client hopes to achieve.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - allowing clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or while traveling, and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.