Amazing, helpful and Marcia provided so much help and learning about my emotions and how to process my past.
Marcia Tharp, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marcia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Marcia. View 32 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Montana and Washington
Recent reviews
My sessions have been very helpful
More about Marcia
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LICSW
I am licensed in Montana with 15 years of professional work experience. My clinical experience includes work with all ages and in multiple settings. I believe the answers we seek to the problems in our life are within each of us. My therapeutic process is to accompany you in your journey of discovery, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Relaxation, and Narrative Therapy approaches. My therapeutic style is to meet you where you are and using my eclectic approach, help to illuminate choices and opportunities. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage. Good job for getting started!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Marcia Tharp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619287695.
- LCSW · Montana · BBH-LCSW-LIC-973 · Expires December 2025
- LICSW · Washington · LW 61573442 · Expires February 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Marcia Tharp
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Amazing, helpful and Marcia provided so much help and learning about my emotions and how to process my past.
My sessions have been very helpful
She is the best
Marcia has been very understanding and I appreciate the way she stops to empathize before moving to solutions. That being said, her advice and practice solutions have also been very helpful for me. She is a great therapist!
Enjoy our time together
Marcia Tharp is really genuine and kind. She listens and does want the best for you.
Kind, patiently listens, offers advice. Seems to under!
Marcia has divinely intervened in a timely manner. She is well schooled in trauma coaching. She has supported me in such a tender, empathetic manner. I deeply appreciate the timely tools that she offers me
Marcia is very pleasant and positive. She offers helpful advice and exercises and does not make the sessions uncomfortable by asking questions that you may not be ready to answer.
Marcia is very easy to talk to and very helpful. She comes up with simple steps for progress and makes it easy to complete goals for the week. I would highly recommend Marcia
We’ve only had a few sessions but Marcia is a fantastic therapist
Marcia is the pinnacle of professional therapy. She is concise, respectful, and engaged. She also has an arsenal of useful tools and resources. The techniques she utilises are easy to digest and implement.
She has been awesome for me
I am very pleased. She is very attentive and thorough. She shares great ideas for homework that help me through my issues.
Marcia has helped me take the first steps towards healing from the worst year of my life. She has an encouraging and positive attitude. I highly recommend
My time with Marcia is a perfect fit.
Marcia is a fantastic listener. She remembers even the most minute details of my life and incorporates them into our discussions
Marcia was able to pinpoint the core of my issues and still make me feel seen and heard.
Only a few sessions in with Marcia, and I've already learned new tools to manage my anxiety, as well as remember and relearn strategies that worked for me before. Looking forward to continue working with her.
Marcia is very professional and has an easy going style.
Lovely wise therapist. Very kind and knowledgeable. We decided that I have really specific needs from a therapist and so maybe a switch within Better Help or possibly just someone outside of BetterHelp if the specialty I’m looking for isn’t available.
I have only had two sessions with Marcia, and I have never had a therapist before. Right away Marcia made me feel confrontable and not embarrassed to open up to her about my feelings. I am so glad that I am doing this and that I have Marcia. I think she is wonderful.
Marcia is very understanding and helpful in many ways. She is innovative with her tools and helped me alot. I was stuck in life and didn't know where to start when I started betterhelp. When I met Marcia I felt like she was understanding of my situation and gave me great advice and small homework sheets to start helping me feel better. I would recommend Marcia to others in the future. Thank you Marcia you have changed my life in so many ways.
Came very prepared for our appointment! She listened very well, I felt very heard and understood and she did a very good job navigating problems and breaking down/explaining her advice and why it may work for me!
It is very early in our journey to make any firm predictions, but I have connected with Marcia in a trusted and hopeful relationship. I feel she is invested in me and wants to see me succeed. She seems to understand what I am struggling with and has the insight and commitment to helping me overcome my challenges
Marcia is kind and honest. An impeccable listener and asks good questions.
Marcia has been great. She listens and makes sure I’m heard. She gives great advice. She helped me out with family issues.
Marcia is kind, understanding and knowledgeable.
Marcia really listens to what you are saying and gives great feedback and understanding your way of thinking . She is personal and makes you feel comfortable. I appreciate the worksheet to focus on my needs.
I feel that outlr time spent in the sessions are effective and I think her knowledge helps me learn and grow in a good way.
Great
Marcia is very attentive and supportive. She is exactly who I need in this moment to help me through some struggles.
Frequently asked questions
Does Marcia Tharp offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marcia Tharp 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 Marcia Tharp speak?
Marcia Tharp speaks English.
How many years of experience does Marcia Tharp have?
Marcia Tharp has 17 years of experience.
Where is Marcia Tharp licensed to practice?
Marcia Tharp is licensed to practice in Montana and Washington.
Does Marcia Tharp accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Marcia Tharp 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 Marcia Tharp offer?
Marcia Tharp offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Marcia Tharp?
Marcia Tharp 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 Marcia Tharp?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.