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Marsha Johnson

MA LMHC 5050
Credentials
MA LMHC 5050
NPI Number
1528261724
Location
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Marsha Johnson
15 years experience

About Marsha Johnson

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Music Therapist with a Neurologic Music Therapy Specialization. I have worked since 1995 in hospitals, nursing homes, day programs for the developmentally delayed and severely mentally ill. I have offered services in schools settings, senior centers, and inpatient units for several mentally ill. Most recently I have practiced Hospice Music Therapy.
My counseling style focusses on the client and the stresses and suffering they are experiencing. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic and motivational enhancement techniques in addition to expressive therapy. I work with each unique individual to develop a plan that works for them, focusing on their strengths.
My specialties include Stress, anxiety, depression, self -esteem and relationships, coping with aging/ill parents, dementia, compassion fatigue, and ADHD in children.
I bring a compassionate heart and ongoing clinical training to assist my clients in their life journey.

Licenses

LMHC
5050

Professional experience

  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Codependency
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Domestic violence
  • Family of origin issues
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Intellectual disability
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Smoking / vaping cessation
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Visually impaired
  • Women's issues

Languages

  • English

14 Reviews

“very helpful”

“It’s my first time getting therapy and I was very skeptic because I didn’t know what to expect. But Marsha made me feel so comfortable the very first time she created a space where I could let my guard down. My very first session was excellent. I Love every feedback that she gave to me and I trust her expertise and now I am ready to begin my healing.”

“Marsha is patient and knowledgeable. I appreciate my time invested on her therapy methods.”

“excellent”

“Marsha is a great listener and sometimes that’s all person need. <br /> However, in addition to that, she also has a wealth of knowledge, and is able to offer help in a variety of ways which is invaluable to me”

“Marsha is honest, direct, and a great listener. She lets me process my anxiety while still helping me overcome it with specific tips and responses.”

“Marsha is very compassionate. She listens and gives great advice and exercises. I love every session with her!”

“Marsha is amazing!! She’s very smart, helpful and she listens!!! And I couldn’t ask for more. She is very caring and she is always there for you when you need her. She’s always offering help, advice and other resources. It has been hard for me to find someone as good as her. Your very lucky if she comes into your life. I was very lucky to find her. Thank you Marsha.”

“Marsha helped me moved through a huge moment in my life, one that I hadn't even realized I was going to go through with. I am extremely impressed with her balance of professionalism and compassion. Her encouraging nature helped me to find the confidence I needed, and her suggestions were always gently delivered. Over the several months we worked together, I learned several new and different ways of acknowledging, managing, and processing my anxiety. The tools I have developed will serve me well moving forward, and I am very grateful to Marsha.”

“Marsha is thoughtful and patient during our sessions. Not only does she take her time in her responses but she lets me formulate my own. I never feel rushed to just spit out my immediate thoughts. I get to process in real time, and she guides me to the right answers without pushing her own agenda/ideas down my throat.”

“Marsha has been super helpful and She is always willing to listen. Talking to her always relieves stress. Thank you.”

“Marsha was a fantastic counselor for me. I found her incredibly easy and comfortable to talk to. When she asked questions I was never rushed for an answer, she never interrupted me and was very considerate and consistent. She helped me understand my issues a lot better and helped me deal with them appropriately. She was great at recognizing my improvements and setbacks and would 100% recommend her to friends and will return to her counseling when I next need therapy”

“Marsha is awesome! I have been seeing her for a few months now and have made so much progress!”

“Marsha is truly amazing and really listens to me.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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