Marsha Nan Poland Cooper , LPCC

Marsha Nan Poland Cooper, LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor), is a Kentucky-based therapist with nine years of clinical experience. She began her work in a clinic setting and supported students through school-based services before establishing a private practice five years ago. Her academic background includes a BA and an MAE from Western Kentucky University, and she blends that training with practical, client-centered work.

Nan emphasizes an active role for the person in therapy, inviting clients to engage in the process and take part in setting goals. She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and often provides brief between-session assignments to help clients apply new skills. Her practice addresses a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, grief, parenting challenges, intimacy-related matters, anger, and coping with life changes, along with related topics such as codependency, commitment issues, and women’s issues.

Clients can expect a collaborative approach that focuses on practical strategies and measurable progress. She is accepting new clients in Kentucky and offers therapy through a variety of online and remote formats to match individual needs and schedules.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Remote Care

Marsha Nan Poland Cooper uses practical, goal-oriented methods well suited to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and issues with self-esteem by teaching concrete skills that clients can practice between sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clients' strengths and immediate goals, helping people build small, manageable steps toward change and emphasizing what is already working in their lives.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Marsha works with each person to explore their needs, preferences, and goals, and together they determine which techniques best fit the situation. This partnership helps tailor therapy in a way that feels practical and relevant to everyday life.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote care. Video calls enable face-to-face interaction, phone sessions provide convenience, and live chat or text-based messaging allow for ongoing check-ins and support. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals from wherever a client is located within Kentucky.