- Years in practice
- 18
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Louisiana, Arizona
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Marsha
Marsha Hayes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Louisiana with 18 years of experience supporting adults through common and complex concerns. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, grief, addiction, parenting challenges, and relationship strain. Her approach is practical and down-to-earth, aimed at building skills that work in daily life.
Marsha blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of responding.
Background and approach
She uses solution-focused methods to set small, achievable goals that move people forward. For trauma-related symptoms she incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to address distress tied to painful memories. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented.
She prefers clear, simple strategies you can try between meetings. People leave with tools for handling panic, managing mood shifts, improving self-esteem, or coping with major life changes. Marsha has worked across different care settings over nearly two decades.
Her background includes supporting people with ADHD, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and young adult issues. She also addresses compassion fatigue in helping professionals and those managing family problems. Therapy is offered in English and delivered remotely through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging.
The format is chosen to fit each person’s needs and schedule, with options for brief check-ins or longer weekly sessions.
What Marsha works with
Everything Marsha lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Marsha helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Family problems
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Marsha lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Client-centered work focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. The therapist uses this approach to build trust, reflect concerns back clearly, and help people feel heard during conversations online or on the phone.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Online CBT sessions often include simple exercises and homework that can be practiced between video or phone meetings to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is used when trauma memories or strong emotional reactions get in the way of daily life. When appropriate, elements of EMDR can be integrated into remote sessions to address lingering distress and improve coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, comfort level, and pace. That plan can change over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy offers flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face connection for deeper conversations. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat or text messaging supports short check-ins and ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into parenting schedules and everyday life.
Questions people ask about Marsha
What issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, relationship strain, and related mood and behavioral issues.
What is her style of therapy?
Her style is conversational and practical. She combines client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques to build useful skills for daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 18 years of experience working with adults in a variety of care settings and addressing issues like PTSD, panic attacks, social anxiety, and young adult challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Louisiana and Arizona, practicing from Louisiana as her listed location.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different schedules and preferences.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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