Profile / United States
Marcel Payne, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Addiction and Relationships
See online therapy options- Addictions
- Communication skills
- CBT and ACT methods
About Marcel
Marcel Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia with three years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with addiction, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. Marcel also supports people facing chronic pain or illness and those struggling with shame, codependency, or communication problems.
He uses straightforward, goal-oriented methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions focus on breaking down problems into small, manageable steps. Marcel draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to guide that work.
In practical sessions he helps people identify patterns that keep problems going and then tries new ways of responding. That may include tracking thoughts and behaviors, trying brief experiments between sessions, and setting specific short-term goals. He also works on communication skills and boundary-setting when relationships are a source of stress.
Marcel has particular experience with process addictions such as gambling or problematic pornography use, and with drug and alcohol addiction. He also helps people cope with chronic health conditions and the emotional effects of long-term illness.
People who choose to work with him complete an initial matching process and then schedule a first session. Marcel practices in Georgia and conducts sessions in English. The subscription-based session model used for scheduling can be canceled at any time.
How CBT, ACT, and Client-Centered Work Online
Marcel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break problems into concrete thoughts and actions. Online sessions often focus on tracking thought patterns, trying brief experiments between sessions, and reviewing what changed. That approach helps with anxiety, depression, and behavior-based issues such as addictive habits.He also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which emphasizes noticing difficult feelings and committing to values-based actions. ACT can be useful for people coping with chronic pain, illness, or long-term stress. Client-centered methods are used to keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities and pace, allowing practical problem solving to follow the client's lead.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Marcel will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities appear.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. They also let people try hands-on behavioral exercises between meetings and review progress together.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he typically address?
He works with addictions, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem, stress, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test new responses, and set small behavior goals to reduce distress.
What other approaches does he use in sessions?
He combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to match the work to each person's needs.
What is his professional background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and CSW with three years of clinical experience practicing in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.