Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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1 Endorsed

Seaside, CA 93955

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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in mental health, specializing in trauma and abuse recovery. My journey began in Brazil, where I grew up in a diverse and challenging environment that shaped my understanding of human suffering and resilience. Losing my parents at a young age and witnessing widespread trauma in my community instilled in me the compassion and commitment to helping others heal.

I worked in county behavioral health settings for 12 years, offering counseling and case management to individuals with severe mental illnesses. I also worked in correctional facilities for nine years, where I provided mental health services to inmates,helping them navigate their complex emotional and psychological needs.

Feel free to book a 15 minute session by clicking on my website

Call or Email Marcia O Howard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 604-0701

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seaside, CA 93955

(831) 604-0701

I offer online therapy, and am available from late mornings until 7pm most days of the week. Saturdays upon request, from 10am until 2:00pm

I specialize in Mood Disorders

$120 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (831) 604-0701

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seaside, CA 93955

(831) 604-0701

I offer online therapy, and am available from late mornings until 7pm most days of the week. Saturdays upon request, from 10am until 2:00pm

I specialize in Mood Disorders

$120 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $120
Couple Sessions $130
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by Health Savings Account, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Beacon Health Options | Carelon
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
ComPsych
Humana
Medicare
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

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Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCS 23049 Marcia O Howard
In Practice for 29 Years
Membership with NASW 2024
Attended San Jose State University, MSW, Graduated 1995

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Mood Disorders

Expertise

Anxiety
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Chronic Pain
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

I specialize in trauma recovery, focusing on childhood and structural trauma, especially within Latinx communities. My approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices with a compassionate understanding of each client's unique background. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and validated to embark on their healing journey.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Endorsement

Matthew D Bennett

Psychologist, PsyD

I highly recommend Marcia Howard as a clinician and professional. Her years of dedicated service in the public sector reveal a true heart of compassion and a keen sense of justice. She is thoughtful, kind, imaginative, and effective as a therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Gottman Method

Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I often utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. In our first session we will explore what brought to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to assist you to unlearn unhelpful coping skills. We will work together in a warm and non-judgmental environment. "For things to reveal themselves to us, we need to be ready to abandon our views about them"

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Seaside, CA 93955

(831) 604-0701

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Monterey

Zips

I offer online therapy, and am available from late mornings until 7pm most days of the week. Saturdays upon request, from 10am until 2:00pm

Call for a free consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I offer online therapy, and am available from late mornings until 7pm most days of the week. Saturdays upon request, from 10am until 2:00pm

Call for a free consultation now - (831) 604-0701

Marcia O Howard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW