Works with ages 18+

You don’t have to keep repeating the same painful patterns. As a licensed trauma and addiction therapist, I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and groups navigate life’s challenges and find healing. I have several years of experience supporting clients with co-occurring concerns and guiding them through meaningful, lasting change. I help individuals uncover the emotional wounds and subconscious beliefs that drive anxiety, depression, and self-defeating behaviors. Healing begins when we understand—not judge—why we do what we do. I specialize in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and emotional regulation, helping clients build healthier relationships with themselves and others. Whether you’re navigating PTSD, anxiety, codependency, or recovery from substance use, my goal is to help you move from survival mode into authentic healing and growth. 

I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, where I developed a strong clinical foundation informed by Christian values. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). 

My approach to counseling blends structure with compassion. I draw on my organizational and clinical skills to create a supportive and goal-oriented therapeutic environment. I incorporate a combination of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Narrative Exposure Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy. These approaches help uncover and process the root causes of distress—often unhealed trauma, negative thought patterns, or painful emotions—that can lead to unhelpful or maladaptive behaviors. 

Through this process, clients gain greater self-awareness and understanding of how their thoughts and experiences shape their actions. As awareness grows, so does the ability to make intentional choices that align with personal goals and core values. The heart of therapy, in my view, is empowering individuals to use what they’ve learned to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. 

I approach every client with genuine positive regard, honoring their unique life experiences and the strengths they bring to the healing process. Clients can expect to receive psychoeducation about my clinical approach, the treatment modalities I use, and how these methods will be applied to support their personal goals. During our initial session, we’ll complete a thorough biopsychosocial assessment and develop a genogram to better understand each client’s background and family dynamics. Within the therapeutic space, my priority is to create a foundation of safety, trust, and respect—allowing for open and sensitive disclosure.

marlana@threeoaksbehavioralhealth.com