- stress and anxiety
- relationship problems
- depression support
About Marquia
Marquia Rivers is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Marquia also addresses areas such as abandonment, attachment concerns, caregiver stress, blended family issues, and addiction-related problems.
In sessions she focuses on practical conversation and concrete steps. She listens to what feels most urgent and helps people name where they feel stuck. From there she works with clients to set short-term goals and try approaches that reduce daily overwhelm and clarify priorities.
Marquia adapts her pace to each person. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and straightforward, goal-focused work to help people manage symptoms and build more dependable routines. When relationships are strained she helps clients practice clearer communication and boundary-setting.
Her background includes six years of professional practice in New York as an LMHC. That experience has included supporting people facing losses, separation, and complex family dynamics. Marquia asks questions that help people better understand recurring patterns and identify small changes that can make daily life more manageable.
People who come because they feel directionless after a job change, breakup, health event, or caretaking shift will find practical conversation about next steps. To begin she asks a few questions about current stressors, what helps already, and what a reasonable first goal would look like.
Evidence-based approaches and working online
Marquia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide practical work in sessions. Brief, focused approaches emphasize identifying unhelpful patterns and practicing new responses; these help with anxiety, depression, and relationship tensions. She also draws on strategies that target trauma-related symptoms by stabilizing current reactions and developing clearer coping skills.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Marquia starts by asking about current problems, what has helped before, and the goals someone wants to reach. Together the therapist and client choose methods and adjust them if something does not fit the client's needs or preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into daily life because they reduce travel time and can be scheduled around work or caregiving. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when needed and the ability to choose audio-only if bandwidth or camera use is limited.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment, caregiving strain, blended family challenges, addiction, and communication problems.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
Her style is conversational and goal-focused. She helps clients name immediate stressors, set short-term goals, and try practical steps to reduce overwhelm.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has six years of professional work experience supporting adults with mood, relationship, and trauma-related concerns. That work has included cases involving separation, family conflict, and caregiving stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - and practices in New York.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.