Marianne Matos, LPC

Marianne Matos is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina who centers her work on the person in front of her. She uses everyday conversation and practical skills to help people rebuild self-esteem and learn to speak up for themselves. Marianne draws on about eight years of counseling experience, including crisis work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

She blends client-centered care with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and attachment-based ideas to tackle problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Sessions often focus on identifying unhelpful thinking and building new habits that make daily life easier. Marianne also uses techniques from dialectical behavior therapy and existential approaches when those fit the person’s needs.

Her background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has worked in crisis centers and community service agencies and has experience supporting adults across the lifespan, including older adults. She has also worked with children and young adults in educational and therapeutic roles.

Marianne has spent much of her recent work assisting people impacted by abuse and helping underserved and minority communities find support. Her approach tends to be straightforward and caring, with a focus on practical steps people can use between sessions.

People who contact Marianne usually start by describing the problems that feel most urgent, such as sleep disruptions, struggles with relationships, or difficulty coping after a loss. From there she helps set goals and suggests methods that match each person’s situation and strengths.

How her approaches shape online work

Marianne commonly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and attachment-based ideas. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead so goals come from what matters most to them. CBT looks at thoughts and everyday habits, helping people notice unhelpful thinking and practice new responses that reduce anxiety and improve mood. Attachment-based ideas pay attention to patterns in relationships, helping people understand how early and current connections affect how they relate now.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as needed, so treatment fits the person rather than the other way around.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling. Licensed professionals can use these sessions to teach skills, guide exposure exercises, and support coping after trauma, while tailoring the plan to each person’s life and schedule.