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Marlon Buckley

Practical CBT-informed therapy with a client-centered focus

LCSW Kentucky

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Marlon

Marlon Buckley uses a practical, skills-based approach centered on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients address everyday challenges and long-standing patterns.

Background and approach

With eight years of professional experience and an LCSW license in Kentucky, he blends evidence-informed techniques with a client-centered stance to support work on addictions, relationship strain, anger, self-esteem, depression, family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleep difficulties. Marlon emphasizes clear, actionable strategies alongside exploration of values and acceptance when helpful.

He creates an accepting atmosphere where clients can explore thoughts and emotions without judgment, and he aims to tailor the pace and tools of therapy to each person’s needs. His practice also attends to multicultural concerns, issues related to prejudice and discrimination, and matters tied to first responder and veteran experiences.

Marlon encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and helps guide them through beginning treatment with empathy and practical direction.

Integrating CBT, ACT, and Client-Centered Work Online

Clients can expect Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, with practical exercises to reduce symptoms like low mood, anxiety, or sleep disturbances. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports clarification of personal values and learning to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens carefully and follows the client’s lead to foster insight and self-directed growth.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to explore goals, preferences, and responses to different methods, adjusting strategies over time to find what fits best for each person’s needs and situation.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These formats make it easier to follow a consistent plan of care while using the same therapeutic tools and collaborative planning that would be used in person.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist commonly help with?
Marlon works with a range of concerns including addictions, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, depression, family difficulties, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleep problems. He also addresses multicultural concerns and issues related to prejudice and discrimination.
What is Marlon's therapeutic style?
He combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and a client-centered stance, focusing on practical skills, values exploration, and creating a supportive environment for change.
How much experience does he have working in this field?
He has eight years of professional work experience supporting people through a variety of mental health and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Kentucky with license number KY LCSW 257071 and practices in Kentucky.
Can someone work with him in languages other than English or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats does he provide?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to connect for therapy.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disorders

Additional focus areas

First responder issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discrimination

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Kentucky

Languages

English