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Marsha Kerr, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - Mood and life transition support
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Goal focused
About Marsha
Marsha Kerr is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 25 years of experience based in Florida. She focuses on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue. Marsha makes the client the central focus and works with people to clarify goals and practical next steps.
Her approach combines practical methods and reflective conversation. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. She also draws on client-centered listening and mindfulness techniques to help people slow down and notice what is happening in the moment.
Marsha trained in clinical social work at New York University and has spent much of her career working with underserved and disenfranchised groups. She also has extensive experience with adults looking to find purpose, contentment, and more day-to-day satisfaction. Her background informs a straightforward style that balances problem solving with attention to personal values.
In sessions she will work collaboratively to set goals and try practical strategies. Expect clear steps you can practice between meetings and reflection on what helps most. She emphasizes gratitude and mindfulness as everyday habits that support steady progress.
People who contact her typically want focused, structured help for mood or life changes. Before a first meeting she asks people to think about what they hope to change and any immediate concerns to discuss during the first session.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Marsha commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking and testing new responses. CBT focuses on concrete skills, short-term experiments, and clear homework to change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going.She also uses client-centered methods that prioritize listening and the client’s own goals. This approach means sessions often begin by clarifying what the person wants to achieve and then choosing practical steps together. Mindfulness techniques are included to help with attention, stress reduction, and staying present when emotions feel intense.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and adjust as progress is observed.
Confirm current session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to practice skills in daily life and to follow up on homework between sessions.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, and compassion fatigue among other concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style centers the person and combines practical problem solving with reflective listening. She helps set clear goals and practices to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience in the mental health field and a background in clinical social work from New York University.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW, licensed in Florida, and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost?
Cost varies by location; 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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