Marsha (Marcie) Eriksen Hanna, LCSW - Therapist in California

About Marsha

Marsha (Marcie) Eriksen Hanna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps adults and families facing stress, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions. She writes plainly and listens carefully to learn what matters most to each person. Her tone is warm and direct, and she focuses on practical steps that fit everyday life.

Marcie uses a strengths-based view to highlight what is already working. She adds solution-focused strategies to set clear, manageable goals.

Background and approach

Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of coping. Her approach is straightforward and respectful. Sessions aim to build confidence, reduce overwhelm, and improve problem solving.

She brings nearly 21 years of clinical experience in community and family settings in California. Marcie has a Master of Social Work from San Diego State University and an Intergenerational Specialist certificate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work.

She holds California LCSW credential number CA LCSW 19303 and draws on that training when addressing caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and aging-related issues. When working together she focuses on tailoring tools to each person’s situation. Conversations often include skill practice, short-term goal planning, and regular check-ins to see what is helping.

The goal is steady progress toward clearer priorities and more workable daily routines.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit family life

Marsha commonly draws on strengths-based work, which focuses on identifying existing skills and supports and building on them to tackle current problems. This approach helps people notice what they already do well and make gradual changes from there.

She also uses solution-focused methods that break larger worries into small, achievable steps and set clear short-term goals. These techniques are useful for parenting challenges, relationship tensions, career decisions, and coping with life changes. Cognitive behavioral techniques are applied to spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors that reduce anxiety and depressive patterns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Marsha will listen to your goals and try different strategies together, adjusting plans based on what feels practical and helpful. The aim is to tailor tools to a family’s routine and priorities so changes stick.

Online sessions offer flexible ways to fit therapy into busy schedules. Video calls let you talk face-to-face, phone sessions can work when screens aren’t convenient, and live chat or text messaging support shorter check-ins and between-session work. These options make it easier to get ongoing support without long travel or time away from daily responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Marsha address?

She works with grief, parenting and family concerns, career issues, stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus includes aging, caregiver stress, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and isolation.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is compassionate, warm, and direct. She uses a strengths-based outlook, solution-focused steps, and cognitive behavioral tools to create practical plans.

How long has she practiced?

She has 21 years of experience working with individuals and families in clinical and community settings.

What credentials and region apply to her practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with California license CA LCSW 19303 and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

She meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what works best for the person.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Grief
Self esteem
Career difficulties

Also works with

Experience: 21 years
Licensed: California
Languages: English

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