- Addiction support
- Anger management
- Communication skills
About Marcel
Marcel Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Clinical Social Worker (CSW) practicing in Georgia with three years of experience. He works with adults on issues such as addiction, relationship strain, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and stress. Marcel helps people address communication problems, control issues, and the impacts of chronic illness or pain.
He uses direct, practical methods to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions focus on actionable steps - small experiments, new communication habits, and clearer values. That can mean learning ways to reduce impulsive reactions, managing urges tied to substance or process addictions, or breaking cycles of guilt and shame.
Marcel often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to link thoughts, feelings, and behavior. He blends these with Client-Centered and Solution-Focused techniques to keep work grounded and goal-oriented. Motivational Interviewing is used when exploring readiness for change around substance use or addictive behaviors.
In practice he prioritizes concrete skills: noticing triggers, practicing short behavioral changes, and planning realistic steps for tough moments. Conversations include role-play for difficult talks, rehearsal of calmer responses, and setting achievable goals for work or relationships. He also supports people coping with life changes such as career shifts or chronic health issues.
People who come for anger concerns often leave with clearer plans for how to respond differently. Marcel emphasizes steady practice over quick fixes. He asks for small, testable changes between sessions and reviews what worked and what needs adjusting.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It can reduce reactive behavior by shifting focus from avoiding feelings to choosing workable responses. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anger, anxiety, and depression. Motivational Interviewing is a short, conversational approach that helps clarify motivation for change and is useful when addressing substance or process addictions.Finding the right approach is part of the process and happens collaboratively. Marcel will review what you want to change, try different techniques, and adjust based on what helps. The goal is practical: identify what is working, keep useful tools, and drop methods that do not fit your life.
The therapist context does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit work into a break, avoid travel time, and maintain regular check-ins during busy weeks. Some methods translate well to remote work, such as practicing new communication skills, reviewing recorded exercises, and using brief between-session tasks to track progress.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside related issues like relationship strain, communication problems, control issues, and stress. Anger is treated as part of a wider pattern to change.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques. The style is practical and action oriented.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of experience as a practicing social worker. That includes work with addictions, chronic health concerns, and interpersonal problems.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia. These credentials are listed as LCSW and CSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on location within Georgia.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That begins the matching and scheduling process.