- Stress and anger management
- Self esteem work
- Panic and coping skills
About Marsha
Marsha Buckson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 10 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and the strain of life changes. She also addresses guilt and shame, panic disorder and panic attacks, and building self-love.
Marsha takes a straightforward approach in sessions. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and looks for practical ways to use existing strengths. Conversations focus on what is happening now, what gets in the way, and small steps that can reduce overwhelm and reactive responses.
In appointments she helps people name triggers, practice new ways of responding, and build confidence to handle difficult moments. Work often includes short exercises to try between sessions and checking what helps in day-to-day life. The pace is set collaboratively so progress feels manageable.
Marsha values clear goals and measurable changes over time. She supports people who want tools for calming down, handling resentment, or coping when stress piles up. Her background in social work shapes a practical, resource-oriented style in session.
To start with her, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. The process aims to make the first step simple and direct for someone ready to address anger or related concerns.
How her techniques translate to online sessions
Marsha uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills you can use right away. One approach emphasizes identifying triggers and changing unhelpful response patterns through repeated practice and simple behavioral experiments. This helps when anger shows up at work or in relationships by giving clear steps to interrupt the automatic reaction.Another element focuses on skills for anxiety and panic management, such as short grounding exercises and breathing practices that reduce physiological arousal. These tools are meant for quick use when tension rises or during a panic attack to regain a steadier state.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marsha collaborates with each client to choose which techniques to try based on goals and what feels doable. She checks in on what helps and adjusts methods over time so sessions stay practical and focused.
Session formats are not specified in her biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time. Licensed professionals often use that flexibility to keep progress steady while matching therapy to everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, panic disorder and panic attacks, and self-love.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She treats clients as the expert on their own story and looks for practical, strength-based steps. Sessions focus on identifying triggers, practicing new responses, and small experiments to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional work experience supporting people with stress, anxiety, anger, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and works with clients in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.