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Marlene Favors, LMFT
California
California LMFT - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- DBT skill practice
- English and Spanish
About Marlene
Marlene Favors is a California LMFT with 11 years of clinical experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and life changes. She speaks English and Spanish and focuses on practical steps people can try when problems feel overwhelming.
She helps people sort upsetting thoughts and reactions so daily life feels more manageable. Sessions are focused on identifying patterns that keep problems going and practicing small behavior changes that build control. She uses clear tools and exercises rather than long talks about theory.
Marlene often supports people through separation and divorce, caregiving strain, immigration-related stress, and recovery from domestic violence or substance use. She also addresses issues such as attachment and abandonment, persistent guilt or shame, and loneliness or emptiness. Her approach is problem-focused and action-oriented.
In session she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to match techniques to the problem at hand. That can mean working on thought records, behavioral experiments, values clarification, emotion regulation skills, or motivation for change.
People meet with her to get concrete strategies for coping, improving communication, and reducing harmful behaviors. To begin, she asks about current challenges, what has been tried, and what the person wants to change. From there she and the client set short practical goals and test what works.
How CBT, ACT, and DBT are used online
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing alternative ways of thinking and acting. It often involves short exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and change patterns that feed stress or addictive behavior.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take small actions that move them toward those values even when strong emotions are present. It can be useful for coping with life changes and feelings of emptiness.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, supplies concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication. Practicing these skills can lower reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that fit the person’s goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. That can mean trying a CBT exercise for a few sessions and adding DBT skill practice if emotional regulation is needed.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Many people find online sessions convenient because they can schedule therapy around work, reduce travel time, or choose shorter check-ins when needed. Discussing practical scheduling needs and preferred ways of working happens in the intake step so sessions fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes including divorce and caregiving stress.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and task-focused, using exercises and behavior change to address unhelpful thoughts and habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience as a practicing clinician in California.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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