Marcia Tharp, LICSW, LCSW

Support for change through insight and practical skills

CBT mindfulness and narrative
Stress trauma grief support
Nonjudgmental collaborative care

About Marcia Tharp

Marcia Tharp, LICSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Montana and Washington who brings extensive professional experience to therapy, including work with people of all ages across a variety of settings. She approaches counseling with the belief that many of the answers people are searching for already exist within them, and therapy can help bring those insights into clearer focus.

Her work is collaborative and grounded in meeting each person where they are. Using an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, relaxation strategies, and narrative therapy, she helps clients explore patterns, build practical coping tools, and identify new choices and opportunities. Marcia has experience supporting clients facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression.

Throughout the process, she aims to foster an open, supportive space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment, allowing clients to move forward at a pace that feels manageable. Beginning therapy can take real courage, and she honors the effort it takes to start and stay engaged in change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marcia Tharp have?

Marcia Tharp has 18 years of experience providing professional support to clients.

Is Marcia Tharp a licensed therapist?

Yes. Marcia Tharp is a licensed therapist and holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. Her license information includes WA LICSW LW 61573442 and MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-973.

In which languages does Marcia Tharp provide therapy?

Marcia Tharp provides therapy in English.

Where is Marcia Tharp located?

Marcia Tharp is located in Montana.

How can I work with Marcia Tharp as my therapist?

You can work with Marcia Tharp through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Marcia Tharp work with international clients?

No. Marcia Tharp does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marcia Tharp cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical, Skills-Based Support Through Online Therapy

Marcia Tharp draws from approaches that balance insight with concrete tools. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, emotions, and actions influence one another, and it can help people notice unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of responding to stress, anxiety, and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes building awareness of the present moment, which can support steadier attention, calmer reactions, and a more grounded relationship with difficult feelings. She also incorporates a client-centered style that prioritizes respect, empathy, and collaboration, helping clients feel met where they are while exploring what matters most to them.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Marcia works collaboratively with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and what has or has not been helpful in the past, then adjusts the focus and pace to support meaningful progress over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility without requiring travel. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and choose the format that feels most comfortable from week to week.

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