About Marjorie
Marjorie Alexander is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and major life changes. She writes in a direct, supportive way and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. She adapts each conversation to the person sitting across from her.
Sessions are based on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Marjorie aims to build a straightforward plan that fits everyday life and feels doable. Her work blends talk and action.
Background and approach
She uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Mindfulness practices are introduced to reduce overwhelm and bring attention back to the present moment. Marjorie also draws on client-centered principles to keep the conversation focused on each person's goals.
Solution-focused methods help set small, measurable steps for change. Emotionally-focused ideas guide conversations about painful feelings and connection. She has five years of professional experience and holds an LCSW, licensed in Illinois.
Marjorie can work with people dealing with relationship communication, blended family challenges, postpartum mood changes, body image concerns, guilt and shame, and isolation. She also supports women and young adults who are building self-love and confidence. Marjorie encourages a collaborative approach where the client helps shape the focus and pace.
She accepts international clients and offers a mix of formats to match different schedules and needs.
Approaches and online sessions that fit your life
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. The therapist creates a respectful space and helps the person set the topics and pace that matter to them.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches practical ways to notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. It is useful for managing anxiety, low self-esteem, and repetitive worry.
Emotionally-focused ideas guide conversations about strong feelings and attachment patterns. This helps people understand difficult emotions and how they affect relationships and decisions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give practical flexibility. Video is helpful for deeper conversation and visual cues. Phone calls work well when internet bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging allow quick check-ins or shorter sessions during a busy day. These options help fit therapy into varied schedules and life demands.
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- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English
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