- Empathetic listener
- Practical tools
- Goal focused
About Marlenny
Marlenny Luna is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 14 years of experience. She chose this field after her own positive experience in therapy and now focuses on offering steady, practical support. Marlenny aims to help people find hope and build strength during hard moments.
She listens first and works at the client’s pace. Sessions focus on understanding a person’s story, identifying what gets in the way, and trying small changes that add up. Marlenny blends conversational, client-centered work with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to address everyday problems.
Her practice covers a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting and family concerns, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and career worries. She also pays attention to related themes such as abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and family of origin issues.
Marlenny uses motivational interviewing and narrative techniques when they fit the situation. That can mean helping people set realistic goals, rethink unhelpful stories about themselves, or find motivation to change behavior. She aims for practical steps people can try between sessions.
People who prefer calm, empathetic conversation combined with concrete skills may find her style helpful. Marlenny emphasizes respect, steady encouragement, and working together to build clearer choices and more manageable routines.
How Marlenny’s approaches work for online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. The therapist follows the client’s lead and offers a supportive space to talk through current struggles and values. This approach helps when someone needs to be heard and understood before making changes.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses simple exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and try different reactions. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and pattern changes like codependent behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marlenny will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She checks in over time and adjusts the plan based on what helps most.
The listing does not specify which online session formats she uses, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find video or phone sessions help keep continuity of care while juggling work, family, and other commitments.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Marlenny help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and family challenges, addiction, trauma and grief, anger, career questions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is compassionate and client-centered. She combines listening with practical techniques from CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative work.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of experience in mental health work and became a therapist after a personal experience with therapy inspired her career.
Where is Marlenny licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment 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 her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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