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Jonathan Marsh

Jonathan Marsh

New York

Rest-focused counselor helping with stress and identity

  • 7 years' experience
  • English
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Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, New York · 010408
NPI
1356874069
Based in
New York
  • LMHC in New York
  • 7 years experience
  • Works with sleep issues

About Jonathan

Jonathan Marsh is a queer licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York. He has seven years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, mood struggles, and concerns related to identity and relationships. He is straightforward and calm in sessions and aims to help people take practical steps forward.

Jonathan focuses on creating an open space where clients can say what they need to say without fear of judgment. He listens for what matters most and works with each person to set clear, achievable goals. When sleep or rest is a concern, he helps explore habits, routines, and thoughts that affect nighttime and daytime functioning.

In practice he blends practical conversation with structured goal-setting. Sessions often involve talking through current problems, trying small experiments between appointments, and reviewing what helps. He explains ideas plainly and checks in about what is useful for each person.

His background includes seven years of clinical work across issues such as depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, trauma and grief, and intimacy-related struggles. He also lists additional focus areas like attachment, body image, and multicultural concerns. Jonathan brings that range to sessions while tailoring his approach to each client’s needs.

People who choose him can expect down-to-earth guidance on everyday difficulties. He invites clients to take the next step by using the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.

How evidence-based methods fit into online therapy

Jonathan describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are explained plainly in session. For example, he often focuses on practical problem solving to break large problems into smaller steps and test changes between meetings. This approach helps people tackle stress, work on sleep routines, and manage day-to-day symptoms.

He also emphasizes goal-focused conversations that guide what happens in sessions. Those conversations look at current habits, thoughts, and behaviors and then pick a few concrete things to try. This style can help with anxiety, motivation, and improving rest by building predictable evening and daytime routines.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jonathan works with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. He checks in regularly and adjusts the plan if something isn’t helping.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow a focused check-in when time is limited. Others prefer in-person contact; discuss preferences when you schedule so the therapist can recommend the best way to proceed.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jonathan address?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and problems with sleep and rest. His work also covers relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, addictions, trauma, and grief.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He aims for a direct and calm style that uses plain language. Sessions focus on talking through problems, setting clear goals, and trying small practical changes between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has seven years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That experience includes work with mood disorders, trauma, and diverse identity-related concerns.

Where is he licensed and practicing?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, in New York and lists New York as his location.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps do I take to begin therapy?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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