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Marikay Vander Ven

LPCC

Marikay Vander Ven , LPCC

Therapist in Ohio

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About Marikay

Marikay Vander Ven is a licensed Ohio therapist with 21 years of professional experience providing care for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, and trauma or abuse. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - which indicates formal training to provide psychotherapy and counseling. Marikay approaches each person with attentiveness and respect, aiming to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings and experiences without feeling judged.

Her work centers on collaboration and practical support. She partners with clients to clarify goals, explore patterns that contribute to distress, and develop strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Marikay values steady encouragement and helps clients move toward a more fulfilling, happier life at a pace that feels right for them.

Recognizing that reaching out for help takes courage, she offers a calm, accepting presence throughout the therapeutic process. Her style blends thoughtful listening with targeted interventions, all tailored to the individual needs and priorities of each client.

Evidence-Based Support Delivered Remotely

Marikay uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concerns people bring to therapy. She offers skill-based approaches to stress and anxiety that teach practical tools for managing symptoms, improving coping, and reducing day-to-day overwhelm. She also provides trauma-informed work aimed at helping clients process difficult experiences, understand how those experiences affect thoughts and behaviors, and build stronger emotional regulation.

She approaches treatment collaboratively, working with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Marikay partners with clients to adjust strategies over time so care remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These options offer flexibility in how and when sessions occur, reduce travel time, and increase accessibility for people balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. Licensed professionals can provide consistent therapeutic support through these formats while working toward clients' goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Marikay Vander Ven have?

Marikay Vander Ven has 21 years of professional experience.

Is Marikay Vander Ven a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPCC credential. License details are OH LPCC E.0500566.

In which languages does Marikay Vander Ven provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Marikay Vander Ven located?

She is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Marikay Vander Ven as my therapist?

You can work with Marikay Vander Ven through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marikay Vander Ven work with international clients?

Marikay Vander Ven does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marikay Vander Ven 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 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English

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