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Marianne Matos, LPC
South Carolina
LPC - Anxiety and Trauma
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Marianne Matos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and related concerns. Marianne works with adults across a range of situations and backgrounds.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with client-centered and attachment-informed approaches in sessions. Marianne has worked extensively in crisis settings, supporting people who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault. She also draws on mindfulness, EMDR, and principles from dialectical and existential approaches when those methods fit the client's needs.
Marianne has a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She holds the LPC credential in South Carolina and has experience supporting older adults and adult survivors of trauma. Her work has included crisis center counseling and roles at community service agencies.
Her background also includes therapeutic support for children with learning differences and many years teaching dance, which informs her practical orientation to movement and routine. Marianne has indicated an interest in assisting minority and underserved groups and offers help with issues such as grief, addictions, caregiving stress, body image, and parenting concerns.
In sessions she helps people notice patterns in thoughts and behaviors and practices concrete skills to respond differently. She encourages clear goals and regular checks on progress so people can see what is changing and what still needs work.
How Marianne blends CBT and attachment work for online sessions
Marianne uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and behavior routines. CBT focuses on specific skills and short-term exercises that address anxiety, mood, and coping with stressful situations.She also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships shape current expectations and reactions. That approach helps with intimacy-related concerns, trust issues, and patterns that repeat across relationships.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist and client discuss goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what helps. The process centers on practical steps and regular review so the client can see progress and make changes together with the clinician.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find online sessions useful for keeping steady progress while balancing work, caregiving, or other responsibilities.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address most often?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, and related issues listed in her specialties.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice alternative ways of responding. Sessions include concrete exercises and skill-building based on the client's goals.
What is her relevant experience?
She has eight years of clinical work, including crisis center counseling for people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault, plus work with community service programs and therapeutic support roles.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina and holds a MS in Mental Health Counseling and a BS in Psychology.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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