Phyllis Marcus, LMFT, LMHC

Phyllis Marcus is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. She brings more than 30 years of clinical experience to relationship and personal concerns. Her work aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and relationship strains. Over a long career Phyllis has worked with people in many difficult situations, including survivors of abuse and those coping with substance use. She has also supported individuals connected to the military and people living with severe and persistent mental illness earlier in her career. These experiences shaped a practical style focused on real-life change. Phyllis uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. Sessions are rooted in respect and optimism. She favors clear communication and helps people practice new ways of relating and managing strong emotions. Conversations in her sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented. She helps clients notice patterns that keep them stuck and try small, doable changes. Communication problems and relationship stress are common topics she helps address. She offers services in English and accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability by selecting the continue button on this profile.

How Phyllis’s approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation problems. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on emotions in close relationships and helps people notice patterns that cause distance or conflict. It is often used when relationship stresses and communication problems are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is helpful for anxiety, depression and addictive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Phyllis will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She tailors techniques over time so sessions match what the person hopes to change and how fast they want to move.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins, or remove travel time. Online work can make it simpler to schedule around school, work or caregiving, and to practice communication skills between sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, EFT and CBT exercises to an online setting to keep therapy focused and practical.