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Marva Beckford, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Marva is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Marva. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

Recent reviews

Marva was fantastic. She listened to what I had to say and then offered a variety of ways I might be able to work through what I was feeling. Having different methods really helped me to find something that worked best for me. She helped me to set goals and take baby steps to get to more comfortable place than where I was. Marva is lovely to work with.

Reviewed January 2024

Marva is amazing :)

Reviewed May 2023

More about Marva

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hi, If you are on here you are seeking some help and support and struggling with something significant in your life. Finding the right person to help you through these challenges is very important. I would like to provide you with some information about me to see if we are a good fit. I'm a hard-working, highly motivated therapist with over 15 years of experience in social work as a clinician/therapist.

Much of my experience has been working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, substance abuse, and self-esteem issues. You can expect me to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you learn more about yourself and the way you interact with the world. The feedback I receive from clients is that they find me to be caring and non-judgmental, and they appreciate that I am honest and direct with them. I have excellent communication, organizational, problem solving, interpersonal and adaptive skills. I am able to work with a diverse and challenging client population.

During the Covid epidemic, all sessions are conducted via video sessions so that we can get to know each other better. But I am also available to you via phone and text if that is more comfortable for you. A majority of my availability is during the day but I can be available during the evening hours depending on your needs.

I know how hard it can be to find a counselor who you feel a connection with and I would be honored to work with you through this stage of your life.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Addictions LGBT Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Marva Beckford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497995617.

  • LCSW · Connecticut · 006837 · Expires September 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Marva Beckford

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Recommend Amazing Attentive Support Understanding Caring Comfortable Compassion

Marva was fantastic. She listened to what I had to say and then offered a variety of ways I might be able to work through what I was feeling. Having different methods really helped me to find something that worked best for me. She helped me to set goals and take baby steps to get to more comfortable place than where I was. Marva is lovely to work with.

Reviewed January 2024

Marva is amazing :)

Reviewed May 2023

Marva is an amazing listener and will ask you questions that allow you to think and reflect on things to better help you grow! I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants to change things in there life for the better! She is very understanding and works with you to achieve goals that you set. 10 out of 10 would recommend!!

Reviewed April 2023

Good listener.

Reviewed January 2023

She’s great. I feel very safe and listened to with her.

Reviewed December 2022

Marva has been my therapist for a year and 2 months. She has helped me with a few major life events as well as addressing trauma from my childhood. She was very good at assessing what areas I needed help with and addressing them as well as emphasizing my strengths . If you're afraid of cbt and find it counterproductive, she gently challenges perspectives and only introduces aspects of cbt as you become ready for it. Her main focus is on you regaining trust for yourself, self-compassion, and self-validation. Good therapy has you feeling uncomfortable at times and pushing yourself to do things, but Marva keeps it at a good pace so you are not overwhelmed. She is clearly very trauma informed. I definitely recommend her if you have a trauma history.

Reviewed August 2022

Thanks for listening to me and making sure I am heard. You've helped me a lot through the past few weeks and I look forward to our conversations. Thank you again.

Reviewed June 2022

Hello, I appreciate that Ms. Marca heard me put in my 1st session. Looking forward to my future sessions.

Reviewed May 2022

I appreciate having someone to talk to transparently.

Reviewed March 2022

Extremely helpful and understanding

Reviewed February 2022

Although I only had one session with her, I have to say I'm astounded with how much it helped me in just 45 minutes. She basically allowed me to speak the whole time, only asking very honest, cathartic questions in between. Based on what she would ask, I could tell she was very attentive and I felt really listened to. Sometimes I have trouble being honest with therapists but her calming presence along with her putting me on the spot with some tough but necessary questions really helped me open up.

Reviewed November 2021

Ms. Marva has been a great support in tough times and fundamental to my personal growth. I couldn’t ask for anyone better. I’m thankful to have been matched with her. She is the absolute best I’ve ever had.

Reviewed November 2021

She’s a good listener

Reviewed September 2021

She's a good listener. I feel like I can trust her.

Reviewed June 2021

Marva Beckford is really supportive, shes good listener and professional. She give advices based on experiences. I had only few sessions and Im happy that Im working with Marva. Hopefully I could give bigger review after time.

Reviewed April 2021

Ms. Beckford is wonderful. She is attentive and patient. She has helped me through truly difficult times and been a great support.

Reviewed April 2021

Marva is caring and direct. I think that she is an excellent resource in these highly-stressed times. She listens to my problems/complaints without judgment, and she offers me concrete suggestions to help me move forward.

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Marva Beckford offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Marva Beckford works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Marva Beckford speak?

Marva Beckford speaks English.

How many years of experience does Marva Beckford have?

Marva Beckford has 15 years of experience.

Where is Marva Beckford licensed to practice?

Marva Beckford is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Marva Beckford accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Marva Beckford does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Marva Beckford offer?

Marva Beckford offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Marva Beckford?

Marva Beckford can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Marva Beckford?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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