Dr. Sr. Marian Mikhail

Compassionate, evidence-informed pastoral therapist

LMHC, LPC Pennsylvania

Experience: 7 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English, Arabic

About Sr.

Dr. Sr.

Background and approach

Marian Mikhail brings seven years of clinical experience and a multi-disciplinary academic background to her therapeutic work. She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and has completed extensive graduate study in pastoral counseling, religious education, and clinical pastoral counseling.

Based in Pennsylvania, Marian has worked in clinical settings including Saint Luke Clinic and collaborates with other healthcare agencies to support access to care. Her practice focuses on addressing stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, self-esteem and career-related concerns, along with related issues such as body image, communication difficulties, feelings of emptiness, forgiveness, isolation, life purpose, and self-love.

She adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person's unique needs, offering a respectful and compassionate approach. Sessions are available in English and Arabic to accommodate language preferences.

Marian emphasizes practical strategies and evidence-informed methods, drawing on approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques alongside acceptance-based and solution-focused tools. She encourages clients to take the first steps toward change and collaborates with them to identify goals and manageable steps forward.

Availability and format depend on location and scheduling.

Online approaches and flexible care

Dr. Sr. Marian Mikhail draws on cognitive behavioral methods that help identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and promote clearer choices. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies that encourage people to clarify personal values and take committed action even when difficult feelings are present. Solution-Focused Therapy is part of her toolkit as well, emphasizing practical steps and short-term goal work to build momentum and highlight what is already working.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative; the therapist works with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and personal preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted over time based on progress and client feedback so that the work feels relevant and doable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, and they allow licensed professionals to provide consistent support from a distance.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

The practice focuses on stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like body image and loneliness.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She combines practical, evidence-informed techniques with a compassionate, tailored approach that adapts treatment plans to each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings and collaborating with healthcare agencies.

What credentials and location are on file?

She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Pennsylvania with license details NY LMHC 010409 and PA LPC PC017924.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Therapy is offered in English and Arabic to accommodate different language preferences.

What session formats does she offer?

Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.

How are costs and payment handled?

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?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Depression

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsEmptinessForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

Languages

English, Arabic