Marie Simpson, LCSW

Marie Simpson is a licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky with 25 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting concerns, and major life changes. She aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where someone can talk through immediate problems and plan practical steps forward.

Her approach is collaborative and tailored. Marie listens first to understand a person's situation, values, and goals. Then she and the person pick strategies that fit their life and make sense for everyday routines.

Marie commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot patterns of thinking that increase distress and to try new behaviors that reduce symptoms. She also uses acceptance and commitment therapy to help people clarify what matters and take small actions toward those values.

Attachment-based and emotionally-focused ideas guide work on relationships and communication. Client-centered principles shape how conversations are run so the person feels heard and respected.

Her background includes long experience supporting people through trauma, postpartum depression, panic, grief, divorce, blended-family challenges, caregiver stress, and the effects of natural or human-caused disasters. Marie focuses on practical skills, clearer communication, and steady progress toward the changes people want.

How practical therapy works online

Marie commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test small behavior changes that reduce anxiety or depression. CBT is useful for problems like panic attacks, mood changes, and everyday stress that respond to clear, step-by-step practice.

She also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy to help people clarify what matters to them and take committed actions toward those values even when uncomfortable feelings remain. Attachment-based approaches are used when relationship patterns, communication, or caregiving roles are central to the concern; this helps people notice interaction cycles and try new ways of connecting.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which approach or combination fits needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning makes it easier to try techniques and adjust when something does not fit.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for longer sessions and visual cues. Phone can be a lower-bandwidth option or a way to fit a check-in during a break. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, tracking progress, or when writing helps someone reflect. These options provide flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving, or travel.