- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem support
About Marilyn
Marilyn Balke-Lowry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 40 years of experience. She works with adults and teens on common pressures of life such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Marilyn helps people talk through what feels overwhelming right now. She focuses on everyday concerns like low motivation, worry, trouble trusting others, and shaken confidence. Sessions are straightforward and conversational so people can say what they need to say.
Her background includes work in schools and in private practice across a long career. That variety means she has handled many different life stages and practical problems. She draws on techniques that have evidence behind them to guide sessions rather than relying on a single fixed method.
In therapy with Marilyn, clients can expect direct, practical help making sense of current problems and learning handling strategies. She pays attention to patterns that repeat in relationships and to how past hurt can affect present choices. Over time she supports building small changes that add up to steadier daily routines and clearer decisions.
Marilyn offers sessions in English and works from Texas. If you are thinking about starting therapy, the first step is filling out a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session to see if the fit feels right.
Therapeutic methods and online sessions
Marilyn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on present-day problems and usable skills. One common approach she draws on helps people learn specific coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding, and step-by-step behavior changes to reduce overwhelm. Another approach addresses how past hurt and attachment patterns affect current relationships, helping people notice repeating patterns and try different ways of relating.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marilyn will collaborate with each person to identify which techniques suit their goals and preferences. She usually starts with practical strategies and adjusts as needed based on progress and feedback.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around school, work, or commuting, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and avoid needing travel time. Talk with Marilyn during the initial scheduling step to confirm how sessions will be run and what will work best for your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical, using evidence-based techniques to address current problems and build coping skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has 40 years of professional work experience in schools and private practice.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices there.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not work with international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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