- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Codependency help
About Marianne
Marianne Abadir is a licensed mental health counselor who uses a person-centered, practical approach. She begins by listening closely to what feels hardest for each person and helps them set clear, achievable goals. Her style is straightforward and calm, aimed at people who want real change without jargon.
She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding. Mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing are also part of her work when they fit a person's needs. This mix supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and struggles with addiction.
Marianne has eight years of clinical experience in Florida and focuses on problems that often get in the way of daily life. She helps people manage anger, navigate career pressures, and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. Codependency and attachment concerns are also areas she addresses in sessions.
Sessions aim to be respectful and nonjudgmental, so clients can talk about difficult feelings and choices. Marianne helps people break large problems into smaller steps. She checks in on what’s working and adjusts the plan as people progress.
Starting therapy is framed as a process rather than a one-time fix. Marianne emphasizes collaboration and practical skills that people can use between sessions to handle panic, seasonal lows, workplace stress, and relationship patterns that cause pain.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Marianne commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that match their values, which can be useful for anxiety, codependency concerns, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thinking patterns and building different behaviors to reduce symptoms like panic and depression. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship so people can talk openly and decide what matters most to them.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Marianne will discuss goals, try techniques that fit the person, and adjust the plan based on what helps. This collaborative process lets clients test different tools and keep the strategies that feel most useful.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find it helpful to practice mindfulness or behavioral exercises between appointments using what they learn in sessions.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Marianne commonly address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and career-related issues, along with attachment concerns and codependency.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is person-centered and practical, combining acceptance, cognitive work, mindfulness, and motivational techniques to find what helps each person most.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a Florida licensed mental health counselor, listed as FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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