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Marilyn Walker, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- Motivational Interviewing
About Marilyn
Marilyn Walker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 21 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career concerns, and on issues such as addictions, trauma, grief, parenting and intimacy-related difficulties. Marilyn uses a straightforward style that focuses on practical coping skills and clearer thinking.
She trained at Oakland University, earning a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling in 2005. Over two decades she has seen a range of problems linked to life transitions and long-term stress. That background informs a focus on skills people can use between sessions.
In sessions she follows a client-centered stance while drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other approaches. That means she listens for what matters most to the person, and then introduces ways of noticing thoughts, testing beliefs, and changing unhelpful habits. She helps people find step-by-step strategies to lower anxiety and manage mood.
Marilyn also uses elements of motivational interviewing and solution-focused work. These tools support short-term goal setting, clarifying values, and making practical changes at work or home. For trauma-related work she integrates trauma-focused ideas to address post-traumatic stress and recovery.
Her approach emphasizes skills practice, clearer communication, and realistic problem solving. Sessions aim to help people identify triggers, build resilience, and try different responses when old patterns show up. The emphasis is on usable tools people can apply in daily life.
How Marilyn blends practical approaches for online work
Marilyn often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thought patterns and test new ways of thinking. CBT is practical and focused, and it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and understanding the person's own goals. That approach supports clearer communication about what the client wants to change. Together these approaches aim to combine structured skill-building with attention to the client's priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marilyn will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, adjusting tasks and homework as needed. The plan can change depending on what is helping most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow more flexible scheduling. It also makes it simple to practice skills between meetings and to use short check-ins when problems arise.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career issues, as well as addictions, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, and intimacy-related problems.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, test those beliefs, and try alternative ways of responding to reduce anxiety and improve mood.
What is her professional background and experience?
She earned a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Oakland University in 2005 and has 21 years of clinical experience working with adults.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
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 sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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