I absolutely love Marly! She has been so helpful! I’m truly grateful for her caring and loving heart!
Marly Ayala-Icaza, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marly 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 Marly. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Marly is extremely knowledgeable and in 1st session able to quickly identify a core issue to begin resolving what I came for. I am very pleased with how she is helping me.
More about Marly
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Hi, my name is Marly Ayala-Icaza, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with initial training in the medical field. I have worked in Ecuador, France, and the USA where I resided since 2010. If this is your first time doing online therapy, I will guide you to make this a pleasant experience so you can enjoy the benefits. I have great experience in managing psychiatric patients with depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety among other behavioral issues but my main interest is in personality disorders. What I like the most about my job is helping people to have healthy lives and minds despite the difficult environments where they must cope. Exploring your environment, your strategies, the life quality, and even the medical issues impacting your life are important activities in which we will engage during therapy. A big part of your success is based on your commitment and motivation so please count on me to coach you also in this endeavor.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Avoidant personality
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Trichotillomania
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Marly Ayala-Icaza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821412230.
- LMHC · Florida · MH14786 · Expires March 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 Marly Ayala-Icaza
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I absolutely love Marly! She has been so helpful! I’m truly grateful for her caring and loving heart!
Marly is extremely knowledgeable and in 1st session able to quickly identify a core issue to begin resolving what I came for. I am very pleased with how she is helping me.
She's amazing so far. Excited to improve my life with her help.
I love Marly! Very attentive and shared the same goal as me
Marly is a wonderful professional. It is my first time after many years of therapy that I feel understood and I see results quickly. She knows what she is doing- very knowledgeable. She is friendly and empathetic. I am very happy for being her patient.
I like that she take the time to listen to me and to explain me with details how the brain work. I'm glad to have someone like her helpings me and I wish I had her sooner
Frequently asked questions
Does Marly Ayala-Icaza offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marly Ayala-Icaza 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 Marly Ayala-Icaza speak?
Marly Ayala-Icaza speaks English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Marly Ayala-Icaza have?
Marly Ayala-Icaza has 14 years of experience.
Where is Marly Ayala-Icaza licensed to practice?
Marly Ayala-Icaza is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Marly Ayala-Icaza accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Marly Ayala-Icaza 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 Marly Ayala-Icaza offer?
Marly Ayala-Icaza offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Marly Ayala-Icaza?
Marly Ayala-Icaza 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 Marly Ayala-Icaza?
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.