I am lucky to have such a kind and supportive therapist who does her best to understand my problems without judgement.
Marlene Knecht, LMSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marlene 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 Marlene. View 21 reviews
- Great news, Marlene is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Michigan
Recent reviews
Marlene has been a huge help over the last couple months. I experienced something traumatic that affected me as well as my relationship. Throughout the whole process, I was her primary concern and she helped me process feelings, provided tools, & support for me at a time I felt very much alone. She is warm, patient, and easy to talk to. I would strongly recommend her.
More about Marlene
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LMSW
I am an experienced LMSW social worker with 30 years of experience working with the multicultural population in Detroit , Michigan and the greater Wayne County area. I have worked with children in foster care and residential care and in juvenile justice placements. I have worked with families, young adults, teens and adults with issues of abuse, neglect, substance use, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, economic hardships, parenting challenges, medical issues, blended and divorced families. I have provided treatment for HIV patients and those seeking support to be the most authentic people they can be. I am willing to talk with couples who are working to better their relationship. I think they will find me a listening neutral ear.
I believe in helping clients find their strengths no matter what life circumstances have impacted them. I regard my clients positively unconditionally. My favorite quote from Winston Churchill is to "Never, Never Give Up." I believe people should be as happy as they can possibly be.
I will use Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered, Cognitive BehaviorTherapy, DBT, and Imago techniques and tools in sessions. I also like Mindfulness to aid relaxation and combat overall stress. But above all, I will listen and learn what you are thinking, doing and feeling to aid your overall emotional adjustment.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Marlene Knecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265851497.
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801074204 · Expires July 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 Marlene Knecht
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I am lucky to have such a kind and supportive therapist who does her best to understand my problems without judgement.
Marlene has been a huge help over the last couple months. I experienced something traumatic that affected me as well as my relationship. Throughout the whole process, I was her primary concern and she helped me process feelings, provided tools, & support for me at a time I felt very much alone. She is warm, patient, and easy to talk to. I would strongly recommend her.
Marlene always listens to me and how I feel. She gives productive advice and resources, some of which I can use immediately and always discusses future goals.
She’s excellent. She’s attentive. She offers solutions.
Marlene is a very kind, caring and nice person. She listens to what you have to say and gives good feed back. She is very fun to talk and very understanding.
Listens to everything I have to say and tells me if I’m wrong or right or what to do during those situations or how I reacted. I’ve never been this open
Marlene has been an excellent therapist. Her insight and knowledge of how to work with patients has been a great help to me My family and work life has improved with her help Thank you Dr. Knecht You’ve helped me. (Pun) konecht withe my family and feelings
Marlene is very kind, supportive and professional. She also provided me with tactical tips and coping strategies for some of the issues I’m experiencing, which were really helpful.
Mrs. Marlene is a very genuine, kind and patient therapist. She doesn't over pry sensitive situations, she maintains positive energy, and always offers suggestions with whatever topic is being discussed. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone.
Two thumbs up
Marlene has been an incredible resource for me. I feel heard, validated, and understood. I am thankful for the tools she has provided.
Marlene helped me a lot in dealing with my anxiety. She has a reassuring manner, lots of insights and practical advice based on experience, widely accepted scientific principles , and common sense. I feel I have a lot of skills now that I can use going forward.
Marlene is earnest, insightful, compassionate and incredibly skilled at what she does from her breadth of experience. I only worked with her for a few weeks but I find our time together incredibly helpful. I cannot recommend her enough! Thanks again Marlene!
Marlene's absolutely amazing
Marlene is amazing. She’s helped me a great deal and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is having a hard time.
Marlene was very understanding and supportive. She offered resonating advice to help me create peace of mind and clarity about my personal issues.
Marlene has been an amazing support through some very tough times. She has great insight, she’s positive, and she’s an exceptional listener. Her a availability is great, I never have a problem booking a session during the week or in the mornings and along with our sessions she also recommends great books and sends me worksheets and online resources that help me to continue my therapy throughout the week. Couldn’t recommend her enough!
Marlene is an amazing therapist that truly tries to understand you and help you wherever you can, even if you message her outside of an session. She's absolutely amazing and is helping me a lot.
Marlene is amazing. She is someone real who is understanding and listens and made me feel safe. I have grown so much in just a few months of talking to her and felt a weight lifted off my chest and in control of my anxiety. I highly recommend Marlene.
Professional, experienced and caring, she immediately put me at ease with her warmth and concern. She was also able to quickly identify my main issues and retain all the information I had given in such a short time. Excellent therapist. Highly recommended
I never received therapy, but I always feel safe to disclose my feelings with Marlene since my very first session. She helps me identify the things I’m struggling with in life and offers effective solutions for problems I face, big or small. Outside counseling, I try to reflect on my feelings and apply what I have learned from my therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Marlene Knecht offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marlene Knecht 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 Marlene Knecht speak?
Marlene Knecht speaks English.
How many years of experience does Marlene Knecht have?
Marlene Knecht has 30 years of experience.
Where is Marlene Knecht licensed to practice?
Marlene Knecht is licensed to practice in Michigan.
Does Marlene Knecht accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Marlene Knecht accepts 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 Marlene Knecht offer?
Marlene Knecht offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Marlene Knecht?
Marlene Knecht 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 Marlene Knecht?
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