You already know that whatever brings you to counseling right now requires both the expertise of the counselor AND your own courage and willingness to look honestly at your self and your circumstances.
Not easy for you alone, or you wouldn’t be here. It takes both of us.
I can support and guide you as you explore the issues that bring you to BetterHelp and I can help you revitalize your self-care and your self-awareness.
I've been a therapist for 25 years and specialize in helping people cultivate the skills to address stress-reduction; completeness/healing with grief, loss and transition; healthy boundaries; self-care and self-compassion.
You must be willing to do your part.
We’ll use:
Honest conversation
Probing questions
Home assignments such as
reading
reflecting
mindfulness practices
journaling
to work with what’s getting in your way and get you reconnected with your wellbeing.
My many years of experience as a therapist and mindfulness educator can help you ease your load and rekindle your spark.
My schedule is NOT in the BetterHelp calendar. Appointments are scheduled by me at our mutual convenience once the written intake/screening process is completed and we have decided we are a good match. I currently have openings on Wednesdays between 9 am and 2 pm Eastern, 6 am and 11 am Pacific.
Additional areas of focus: Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
NY LCSW 053349
OR LCSW L10385
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Marilyn Babcock. 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.
Marilyn Babcock keeps me on topic and I appreciate that. I feel normal and healthy when we work together and that I am just working on curbing harmful behaviors. She gives me homework to keep the sessions active during the week. I am making positive changes with her guidance
Written on Apr 30, 2026 after therapy with Marilyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Marilyn is incredible. I highly recommend her.
Written on Sep 19, 2025 after therapy with Marilyn for 1 month on issues concerning grief, and coping with life changes
Marilyn is very helpful, provided resources and tools to apply immediately. She listens and has genuine care for my well being and goals. She’s a great woman to have as a therapist!
Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with Marilyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I’ve had 2 sessions so far with Marilyn Babcock & feel very heard in my therapy needs. She helps me find my grounding of thoughts into action. She also lets me be me. Im finding my session work with Marilyn a great fit & I’ve already taken some great forward steps in my life goals! I love there is self work (homework) in between sessions too. I feel seen & heard.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Marilyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, and coping with life changes
I’ve only had one session so it seems premature to give a full review. But so far she’s been very communicative, asks really good questions and listens well! She encouraging and very supportive.
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Marilyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and adhd
I feel lucky to have found Marilyn. She's a friendly, empathetic, forthright expert who has already given me tons of insight in just a few sessions.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Marilyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coaching