Marlo Lewis , LCSW

Marlo Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with eight years of clinical experience. She combines a background in industrial psychology and social work to create a practical, empathetic approach that helps clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, trauma, career transitions, and other life challenges. Marlo earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Psychology from California State University, Hayward in 2002 and a Master of Social Work from California State University, East Bay in 2008, and she brings that training to work collaboratively with each client.

Her style centers on building a supportive therapeutic environment where people can explore the underlying patterns that contribute to distress, develop healthier ways of thinking and behaving, and set realistic personal goals. She emphasizes the strength and courage it takes to change and focuses on practical strategies for improving emotional wellness, communication, intimacy, parenting, and self-esteem. Marlo also supports clients facing trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, anger, depression, and issues related to life purpose, forgiveness, and codependency.

Clients work with Marlo to uncover barriers, adjust goals as needed, and develop a plan for progress. She frames therapy as a collaborative process aimed at planting and nurturing the seed of hope that leads toward greater resilience and well-being. Marlo is currently offering phone sessions only.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Marlo Lewis integrates client-centered therapy and motivational interviewing to support change in a collaborative, respectful way. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship, listening closely to the client, and fostering self-awareness and self-acceptance - an approach that can help with low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Motivational interviewing is a goal-oriented, empathetic method that helps people clarify their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation, which is useful for addressing behaviors tied to stress, career shifts, or coping challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Marlo works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as goals evolve. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy stays focused and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. Clients can connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to maintain consistent work on goals from home or on the go. These options allow therapy to fit into everyday life while preserving continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor the approach to each person.