Marilyn Santoro welcomes people who are unsure where to start or who feel stuck by stress, anxiety, depression, or past trauma.
01About Marilyn
Marilyn Santoro welcomes people who are unsure where to start or who feel stuck by stress, anxiety, depression, or past trauma. She writes in simple terms and aims to make the first steps less overwhelming. Marilyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 25 years of experience.
She focuses on practical conversations that help people regain motivation and confidence. Sessions look at current struggles and small, manageable changes rather than abstract theories.
Background and approach
Marilyn adapts her approach to match each person's needs and pace. Her work includes support for those dealing with addictions, low self-esteem, and the emotional fallout of abuse. She uses tools drawn from different therapeutic approaches to address thoughts, behaviors, and emotional reactions.
The goal is clearer choices and steadier coping in day-to-day life. Marilyn emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every meeting. She listens carefully, asks straightforward questions, and helps clients set realistic steps toward their goals.
People who want a calm, steady presence during hard conversations often find this style helpful. When starting, she and the client map out a plan together. That plan is adjusted as needs change.
Marilyn aims to help people build skills they can use long after sessions end.
02Credentials
- LPC (Colorado)
- License 3831 · expires August 2027
- NPI
- 1982864070 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Marilyn lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
Methods Marilyn names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
These are the methods Marilyn names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Online approaches that meet you where you are
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so the client feels heard and can find their own solutions; this approach helps when someone needs support to sort thoughts and emotions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful thinking and build new coping skills, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, helps people process distressing memories by using structured bilateral stimulation alongside guided recall. This can reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and the strong reactions tied to them.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. That collaborative conversation shapes which methods are used and how they are adapted over time.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when scheduling or travel is difficult. Phone sessions can be easier when video is not feasible or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging let clients check in between sessions or choose shorter, focused interactions during a busy day. These options make it easier to fit therapy into real life while trying different approaches to see what helps most.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does Marilyn commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, and self-esteem struggles.
What is Marilyn's general therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and practical, focusing on listening, tailoring sessions, and helping clients set small, achievable steps.
How much experience does she have?
Marilyn has 25 years of professional work experience in counseling and related services.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - licensed in Colorado.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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