Marsha childs

Counseling Marsha Childs, LCSW
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, EMDR, Autism Spectrum Disorder
In network with Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna, Magellan,

Introduction

Hello. I am Marsha Childs, LCSW. I have many years of experience in providing client-centered therapy. I am in private practice in Westlake Village, CA. I believe in providing a warm, non-judgemental space combining the unconditional support of client-centered therapy with the tools of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT looks at the relationship between our thoughts and our feelings. During sessions we collaboratively identify unhelpful thinking patterns that lead to negative emotions or problematic behavior. We then explore the evidence for these thoughts, fostering a more balanced and realistic perspective. As a certified EMDR therapist, I also welcome trauma survivors who wish to overcome the impact of trauma on their lives. EMDR is a specialized, evidence based psychotherapy used to process traumatic memories and to alleviate related painful emotions. Please reach out if you would like to schedule an appointment. I look forward to meeting you.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #15427 (CA)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • People with Disabilities
  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Marsha childs accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Magellan
  • Medicare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • I accept insurance, private pay and when necessary I have a sliding scale $100 - $175

Locations

Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - San Jose State University

Certifications

  • EMDR

Professional Affiliations

  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

FAQ

Is Marsha childs accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Marsha childs is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Marsha childs also offers a free consultation.
Does Marsha childs offer telehealth appointments? Marsha childs does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Marsha childs specialize in? Marsha childs specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, and Trauma.
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