- Anger management skills
- CBT and ACT methods
- English and Spanish
About Marlene
Marlene Favors is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 11 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and the strain of life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
She focuses on helping people understand how their past relationships and attachment patterns affect current feelings. That can look like talking through abandonment concerns, communication problems, or guilt and shame that keep showing up. She also addresses issues tied to divorce, caregiver stress, immigration, and family conflict.
Marlene uses practical, evidence-based methods in sessions. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to build concrete skills. Those tools are used to manage strong feelings, reduce unhelpful behaviors, and set realistic goals.
Her work centers on building day-to-day coping skills and clearer thinking. Clients learn strategies for handling anger and resentment, managing cravings or substance use, and coping with work or relationship pressure. Conversations are straightforward and goal-focused, with exercises to try between sessions.
People who reach out are usually ready to make small changes that add up over time. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapy approaches translate to online sessions
The therapist commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking committed action toward those values while learning to sit with difficult feelings. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviors, teaching practical techniques to reduce anxiety, manage anger, and change patterns that fuel stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration includes reviewing what has helped before and adjusting tools as the work progresses so sessions stay focused and useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. The therapist will discuss practical arrangements and which therapeutic techniques to use in the online setting during the initial matching and first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related concerns like attachment issues and family problems.
Which therapeutic styles does she use?
Her practice uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as practical ways to build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Marlene has 11 years of experience working with adults on emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Can I work with her if I speak Spanish?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.