Marlene Carver

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s transitions

LPC Alabama

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Marlene

Marlene Carver is an Alabama-licensed LPC who focuses on practical, compassionate care for people navigating anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, grief, addiction, trauma, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She approaches each person as an individual, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect specific needs and goals while maintaining sensitivity and respect throughout the process.

With five years of professional experience, Marlene draws on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies to help clients build coping skills, improve self-esteem, and address intimacy or career-related concerns. She also offers support for complex issues such as hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity, self-harm, and sexual assault and abuse.

Marlene encourages those taking the initial step toward therapy, acknowledging the courage involved in reaching out and committing to change. Her work emphasizes collaboration, practical tools, and steady support as clients pursue meaningful progress in daily life and relationships.

Approaches that guide online sessions

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and builds practical skills to change reactions and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, giving clients space to explore values and goals while the therapist supports self-directed growth. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused awareness and acceptance practices that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods suit their needs, goals, and preferences. This process can include trying different techniques from CBT, client-centered work, or mindfulness strategies and adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varying schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support without geographic constraints. Licensed professionals can use a mix of these formats to tailor care to each client's circumstances and evolving needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Marlene works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem and confidence issues, relationship and family conflicts, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, and career or life changes.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

Her approach blends client-centered listening with practical techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies to build skills and set achievable goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns in clinical settings.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds an LPC credential in Alabama listed as AL LPC LPC04744 and practices from that state.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available for therapy?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.

How are fees and payment structured?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Hospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelitySelf-harmSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Alabama

Languages

English