Marsha Kerr, LCSW

Marsha Kerr, LCSW, helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, or issues around identity and self-worth. She listens first and works with each person to clarify goals. Her approach is collaborative and calm, with a focus on practical steps people can use day to day.

With 25 years in the field, Marsha draws on several therapeutic methods to suit the person in front of her rather than following a single formula. She emphasizes mindfulness and gratitude as tools to steady mood and increase daily satisfaction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and build different patterns of thinking.

Marsha trained in clinical social work at New York University and has spent much of her career helping people who have been underserved or marginalized. She also has longstanding experience aiding adults who are searching for meaning, purpose, and greater contentment in life.

In sessions she aims to make things clear and usable. Conversations tend to focus on what is happening now, what changes a person wants, and small steps they can take to move toward those goals. She partners with clients to track progress and adjust the plan when needed.

Marsha is based in Florida and works with a wide range of concerns including LGBT issues, compassion fatigue, bipolar and mood disorders, codependency, communication problems, aging and geriatric issues, and women’s issues. She encourages people to start where they are and build from there.

How her approaches translate to online work

Marsha uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that are easy to explain. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the person’s lead so the conversation stays relevant to their goals. It helps people feel heard and to name what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior, then tests small changes to see if they help with anxiety, depression, or mood swings.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Marsha will talk with each person about their needs and preferences, and they will decide collaboratively which methods to try and when to adjust course. The process is practical and goal-focused rather than fixed to one method.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people choose quieter times that work for them. Many therapists find remote sessions helpful for staying consistent and applying new skills between meetings.