Marilyn Hall, LMFT
Licensed therapist supporting life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family therapy
- Trauma and grief care
About Marilyn Hall
Marilyn Hall is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 24 years of clinical experience. She entered the field out of a commitment to being of service and brings a supportive, respectful approach to helping people meet their life goals. Marilyn has worked extensively with individuals and families to help them gain greater control over their emotions, relationships, and day-to-day functioning, addressing sources of family conflict and relational strain.
Her practice focuses on guiding people through difficult transitions and challenging life stages. Marilyn's experience includes supporting those coping with depression, anxiety, separation and divorce, grief, and trauma. She combines practical strategies with compassionate listening to help clients develop clearer perspective and more effective ways of managing stress, improving communication, and repairing connections with others.
Marilyn's therapeutic stance emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person’s values and goals. She draws on many years of direct work with individuals, couples, and families to tailor treatment to each situation, and she welcomes the opportunity to connect with people seeking thoughtful, experienced support for life changes and relationship issues.
Her practice focuses on guiding people through difficult transitions and challenging life stages. Marilyn's experience includes supporting those coping with depression, anxiety, separation and divorce, grief, and trauma. She combines practical strategies with compassionate listening to help clients develop clearer perspective and more effective ways of managing stress, improving communication, and repairing connections with others.
Marilyn's therapeutic stance emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person’s values and goals. She draws on many years of direct work with individuals, couples, and families to tailor treatment to each situation, and she welcomes the opportunity to connect with people seeking thoughtful, experienced support for life changes and relationship issues.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marilyn Hall have?
Marilyn Hall has 24 years of experience.
Is Marilyn Hall a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMFT. License details are CA LMFT MFT 37041 and OR LMFT T2116.
In which languages does Marilyn Hall provide therapy?
Marilyn Hall provides therapy in English.
Where is Marilyn Hall located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Marilyn Hall as my therapist?
You can work with Marilyn Hall through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marilyn Hall work with international clients?
Marilyn Hall does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marilyn Hall cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Marilyn Hall often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her work. ACT helps clients clarify personal values and take committed action even in the presence of difficult thoughts or feelings - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns shape connection and trust, which can support work around intimacy, family conflict, and relational wounds. CBT examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and provides practical tools to shift patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and mood-related problems.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Marilyn collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what feels most helpful for the individual or family.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by providing appointments through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals from a range of settings, while allowing therapists to use the same evidence-informed approaches they would in person.