- Years in practice
- 42
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Georgia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Marvin
Marvin McRoberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 42 years of experience. He focuses on practical support for people facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, trauma, anxiety, addiction, grief, and related concerns. Marvin aims to meet clients where they are and speak plainly about next steps.
He centers conversations on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sessions are tailored so the therapist and client set clear goals together. Marvin emphasizes doable changes rather than abstract plans so progress feels tangible.
Background and approach
His work includes addressing intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, and stress. He also helps people dealing with first responder and veteran concerns, infidelity, jealousy, and multicultural issues. Parenting is one of the areas he commonly supports, helping parents manage strain and navigate difficult moments.
Marvin uses Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches to frame conversations and plan practical steps. He listens first, then maps out small actions and skill-building that fit a person’s daily life. This mix aims to reduce distress and increase ability to cope.
People who prefer straightforward guidance and clear strategies tend to find his style helpful. He invites clients to set the pace and decide what feels most useful. Marvin’s goal is to empower people to make steady, manageable changes and to feel more confident handling life’s challenges.
What Marvin works with
Everything Marvin lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Marvin helps people with.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coaching
- First responder issues
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Multicultural concerns
Approaches Marvin lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Marvin Uses Client-Centered and CBT Online
Client-Centered Therapy starts by making space for the client to tell their story without judgment. The therapist reflects what is said, helps clarify priorities, and supports the person’s own choices about change. This approach is useful when someone needs a listening ear and a supportive environment to sort through feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small experiments. It teaches practical skills like breathing, thought checks, and behavior changes that can reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and manage anger or cravings. CBT is action-oriented and shows people how to apply tools between sessions.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. Marvin works with each person to decide whether a listening-focused approach, skill-building CBT, or a mix will best match goals and daily life. He adjusts the plan as progress and needs change so therapy stays relevant and doable.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people work face to face when a visual check-in helps. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging allow flexible, written exchanges that fit into busy days. These options make it easier to keep momentum and practice new skills between appointments.
Questions people ask about Marvin
What kinds of concerns does Marvin address?
He works with relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, parenting, and related issues like anger and self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Marvin listens first, then helps set small, practical steps clients can try between meetings.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has 42 years of professional experience and emphasizes respectful, sensitive care that is adapted to each person’s needs.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Georgia.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How does cost and payment work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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