Marla Majors , LMHC

Marla Majors is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 11 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, family conflicts, and depression. She combines practical therapeutic techniques with a genuine belief that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses strengths that can be drawn on to overcome life’s challenges.

Her style is warm, interactive, humorous, and wholesome, designed to make therapy both engaging and introspective. Sessions are intended to be a mix of reflection and lightness - many clients have experienced moments of laughter and tears together, and she even recounts a session where a client snorted from laughter. That balance is part of her approach to building rapport and encouraging meaningful change.

Clinically, she uses talk therapy alongside supportive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), guided by a client-centered stance that follows the individual’s needs and goals. As an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she offers compassionate, evidence-informed care and support for those ready to take the first step toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches that shape online sessions

Marla Majors draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and a client-centered approach to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. DBT emphasizes practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for managing intense emotions and relationship challenges. Client-centered therapy centers the individual’s experience, offering empathy and support while following the client’s priorities to build on their existing strengths.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and the therapist collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance allows the plan to be adapted over time as progress is made.

Online therapy with Marla can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from a distance and to fit therapy into busy lives while maintaining continuity of care.