Marlene Fannon

Marlene Fannon is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who has been helping people for more than 20 years. She connects with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, substance concerns, grief, relationship struggles, and anger. Marlene emphasizes practical support and steady guidance during difficult times.

She has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master of Social Work. Over two decades she has worked with individuals, couples, and groups in a range of settings. Her experience includes addressing mood disorders, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, and concerns related to gender and sexuality.

Marlene uses a mix of therapy styles based on what a person needs. She draws on client-centered methods that follow the person’s lead, cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking, and mindfulness strategies to reduce stress. She also offers motivational interviewing and narrative therapy when those approaches fit.

Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. Marlene invites people to say which approaches they prefer, or she will explain options and work together to find the best path. Her style is collaborative and respectful, with attention to strengths and small, doable changes.

She aims to respond to messages within 24 hours and offers flexibility in scheduling. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to her availability.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely and follows what matters most to the client, helping them find their own solutions and build on strengths.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. It teaches simple skills to notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try different, more effective responses to stress, anxiety, and mood problems.

Mindfulness therapy uses brief attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm. It can be useful for stress, sleeping difficulties, and managing strong emotions like anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together they decide whether to use one method or combine approaches to suit the situation.

Confirm current session options before booking, since formats can vary. The therapist's background includes experience with in-person meetings, video, phone, and chat or messaging, so scheduling can often fit around work, caregiving, or school. Online sessions can make regular check-ins easier, allow short focused conversations when needed, and remove travel time so therapy fits into a busy week.