Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 5 ratings

Marlana Cannata

LPC, 25 years of experience

Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Virtual
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About me

Welcome! It takes courage to reach out for help and I appreciate you. My name is Marlana and I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in New Jersey. I received my MA, EdM from Columbia University, NYC and have been practicing for over 25 years. I enjoy working with adults with depression, anxiety, life transition issues and especially those struggling with addictions.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

We will start with an introductory meeting to find out what brought you to therapy and things you would like to work on. From there, I will provide a warm and inviting setting where you can explore your feelings, all the while providing a safe setting. We will set up a treat plan with realistic goals so that you may achieve you full potential.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having worked with many individuals for the past 25 years, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress for your overall wellness. By offering empathy, open communication, develop solutions together, we will build trust to provide compassionate acre and positive outcomes.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected in our relationship. I’ll be there to listen to you, challenge you, and support you along the way in a non judgmental environment.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

First Responders/Healthcare WorkersHealth/Medical IssuesSelf EsteemSpirituality

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My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

CBT is well researched evidence based therapy that is effective for treating depression and anxiety. By offering a non judgmental and collaborative environment, you can identify strategies to improve your quality of life.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing is a client centered approach to help to discover your own motivation and commitment to change. Through this conversational approach, we will use techniques such as active listening and affirmations to promote self efficacy.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 5 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

July 2, 2025

Marlana has made a great impact in my healing journey of getting me to where I am today . I am grateful for her as my therapist. She hears me listens to me is encouraging on my mental health journey. She is a powerful inspiration to me. I could not have made the positive progress that I have been making with out Marlana

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Marlana

June 6, 2025

Ms Marlana was empathetic and being my first session made me feel comfortable with wanting to continue additional sessions

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 1 with Marlana