We process personally identifiable information ("PII") and personal health information to conduct our business and provide you with effective service as described in our Privacy Policy. Some data processing and sharing is required for our product to function and cannot be disabled. If you click 'I Agree', we may also share PII with third party advertising partners to deliver more relevant ads and with analytics partners to improve our services. To learn about who we share your data with and why or to opt out, go to Sharing Settings.
I am an experienced LMSW social worker with 30 years of experience working with the multicultural population in Detroit , Michigan and the greater Wayne County area. I have worked with children in foster care and residential care and in juvenile justice placements. I have worked with families, young adults, teens and adults with issues of abuse, neglect, substance use, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, economic hardships, parenting challenges, medical issues, blended and divorced families. I have provided treatment for HIV patients and those seeking support to be the most authentic people they can be. I am willing to talk with couples who are working to better their relationship. I think they will find me a listening neutral ear.
I believe in helping clients find their strengths no matter what life circumstances have impacted them. I regard my clients positively unconditionally. My favorite quote from Winston Churchill is to "Never, Never Give Up." I believe people should be as happy as they can possibly be.
I will use Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered, Cognitive BehaviorTherapy, DBT, and Imago techniques and tools in sessions. I also like Mindfulness to aid relaxation and combat overall stress. But above all, I will listen and learn what you are thinking, doing and feeling to aid your overall emotional adjustment.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Marlene Knecht. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Marlene has been a huge help over the last couple months. I experienced something traumatic that affected me as well as my relationship. Throughout the whole process, I was her primary concern and she helped me process feelings, provided tools, & support for me at a time I felt very much alone. She is warm, patient, and easy to talk to. I would strongly recommend her.
Written on Dec 06, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Marlene always listens to me and how I feel. She gives productive advice and resources, some of which I can use immediately and always discusses future goals.
Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She’s excellent. She’s attentive. She offers solutions.
Written on Jun 16, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Marlene is a very kind, caring and nice person. She listens to what you have to say and gives good feed back. She is very fun to talk and very understanding.
Written on Jun 01, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Listens to everything I have to say and tells me if I’m wrong or right or what to do during those situations or how I reacted. I’ve never been this open
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Marlene has been an excellent therapist.
Her insight and knowledge of how to work with patients has been a great help to me
My family and work life has improved with her help
Thank you Dr. Knecht
You’ve helped me. (Pun) konecht withe my family and feelings
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Marlene for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Marlene is very kind, supportive and professional. She also provided me with tactical tips and coping strategies for some of the issues I’m experiencing, which were really helpful.
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Mrs. Marlene is a very genuine, kind and patient therapist. She doesn't over pry sensitive situations, she maintains positive energy, and always offers suggestions with whatever topic is being discussed. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone.
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Two thumbs up
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Marlene has been an incredible resource for me. I feel heard, validated, and understood. I am thankful for the tools she has provided.
Written on Nov 17, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Marlene helped me a lot in dealing with my anxiety. She has a reassuring manner, lots of insights and practical advice based on experience, widely accepted scientific principles , and common sense. I feel I have a lot of skills now that I can use going forward.
Written on Nov 04, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Marlene is earnest, insightful, compassionate and incredibly skilled at what she does from her breadth of experience. I only worked with her for a few weeks but I find our time together incredibly helpful. I cannot recommend her enough! Thanks again Marlene!
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Marlene's absolutely amazing
Written on Jun 21, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Marlene is amazing. She’s helped me a great deal and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is having a hard time.
Written on Mar 16, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem
Marlene was very understanding and supportive. She offered resonating advice to help me create peace of mind and clarity about my personal issues.
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Marlene has been an amazing support through some very tough times. She has great insight, she’s positive, and she’s an exceptional listener. Her a availability is great, I never have a problem booking a session during the week or in the mornings and along with our sessions she also recommends great books and sends me worksheets and online resources that help me to continue my therapy throughout the week. Couldn’t recommend her enough!
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Marlene for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Marlene is amazing. She is someone real who is understanding and listens and made me feel safe. I have grown so much in just a few months of talking to her and felt a weight lifted off my chest and in control of my anxiety. I highly recommend Marlene.
Written on Nov 21, 2021 after therapy with Marlene for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Professional, experienced and caring, she immediately put me at ease with her warmth and concern. She was also able to quickly identify my main issues and retain all the information I had given in such a short time. Excellent therapist. Highly recommended
Written on Sep 03, 2021 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I never received therapy, but I always feel safe to disclose my feelings with Marlene since my very first session. She helps me identify the things I’m struggling with in life and offers effective solutions for problems I face, big or small. Outside counseling, I try to reflect on my feelings and apply what I have learned from my therapist.
Written on Aug 29, 2021 after therapy with Marlene for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Would you like to write a review for Marlene Knecht?
Your review of Marlene Knecht would be greatly appreciated.
We will share your review with Marlene Knecht, and it may be posted on our website and Marlene Knecht's profile. To protect your identify, your name will not be associated with the review. Posts may be edited to remove identifying information.
Please provide a review for Marlene Knecht
Thank you for submitting a review
Your feedback is very important, and we'll carefully review it to continue improving the therapy experience for everyone who uses BetterHelp.
