About me

Those difficult teen years, sometimes we wonder how we got through them ourselves! In this day and age of social media, there are many challenges that are so overwhelming. Parental training from years ago is not even relevant today. And speaking of training...there are not many classes even offered on this topic at all. A respected expert and author on this subject, Michael J. Bradley, states that successful parenting an adolescent in today's world "requires levels of skill, endurance, wisdom, and strength that make piloting an aircraft pale in comparison"! It's complicated. I have had the 'pleasure' of working with this population for many years, and have Certifications in Play Therapy working with teens. I have to admit, at first I was a bit terrified, but in the end, enjoyed the progress, and positive changes. I have learned that it is very helpful to have a neutral individual work with teenagers. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in southern California, and have almost twelve years of experience working with various populations. I look forward to helping your teenager.


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Grief
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Parenting issues , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder

Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 14

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

CA LMFT 109701


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Marjorie Fagan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Mar 02, 2022 after therapy with Marjorie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

Marjorie is very kind and understanding, she shows she cares and remembers little details and make me feel good about myself. She’s helped me a lot and I think she’s the therapist for me personally, I feel a connection with her as if we’ve been friends for years and although I’ve only had maybe 3 other therapists before I believe she is the best one I’ve had this far.

Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Always making sure I stay on track

Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd

Marjorie is helping me in many ways. It’s comforting to know someone is here to listen and not judge. Guide but not preach. Educate but not punch down. I highly recommend Marjorie.

Written on May 01, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Marjorie is great.

Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue

I have been working with Marjorie for a year now and her experience, guidance are the calm in the storm. She communicates swiftly in whatever medium you prefer and I know I can always reach out and send her a message even if we don't have a session on the schedule. She answer quickly and promptly and provides incredible support and affirmation.

Written on Mar 08, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

I couldn't speak highly enough of Marjorie. We have developed a wonderful relationship and I feel like she truly listens to my needs, helps me grow and is always giving me tools to move forward. She has helped me tremendously

Written on Feb 22, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Marjorie is the best! She is kind, caring, professional, encouraging, empowering and uplifting, very knowledgeable and experienced and I trust her fully! I’m so glad I get to work with her!!!

Written on Feb 02, 2021 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

She understands people. She is simple but gets to the point and truly know what she is talking about. Very knowledgeable and wise. I would recommend her to anyone!

Written on Dec 12, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Truly gifted and hears me fully. I’ve learned a lot with her.

Written on Dec 08, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management

Marjorie is kind, supportive, knowledgeable, and wonderful.

Written on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Marjorie is very kind and understanding.

Written on Nov 07, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Marjorie is just an absolute gem. She is easy to talk to, and highly personable.

Written on Jul 30, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

I am so grateful to have worked with Marjorie for my counseling. She has an upbeat attitude and comes loaded with tons of recommendations for books / additional learning. She’s empathetic and collaborative. I am in a much better place and glad that Marjorie was my guide along the way!

Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Marjorie is one of the kindest, most supportive and attentive people I know! She listens carefully and notices even the smallest details. She is empathetic and positively curious about my life and the challenges I face. She has great ideas and tools for me to tackle issues that I have and deeply cares about my wellbeing and my life. She is encouraging and honest - I appreciate that a lot!
I am so glad to have her at my side on this journey!

Written on Apr 10, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Very helpful, understanding and gives great resource tools to help with anxiety and depression.

Written on Apr 01, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks

Both my daughter and I felt comfortable talking with Ms. Fagan right away. She's professional, kind, approachable and responds to our messages promptly. I was skeptical about doing an online therapy before but I'm very happy that we decided to do this. We are still working through our problems but it's good to know we have someone as knowledgeable and compassionate as Ms. Fagan to guide us through crisis.

Written on Mar 05, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is very understanding and kind. She reacts when she is supposed to and patient when you are talking things out.

Written on Feb 15, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Marjorie is a very practical and intuitive therapist. I have changed some habits and outlooks already. I’m advancing in areas I love due to Marjorie.

Written on Jan 27, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

My time with Marjorie is still new but she’s the first one who I feel is listening and not pushing a worksheet on me for every little thing I say. I feel that she’s genuinely interested in me and I enjoy talking with her.

Written on Jan 26, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue

She completely understands me. She’s such a kind counselor! She has helped me find that confidence that I always felt and struggled with showing. Her advice never makes me feel like I did anything wrong. She really cares for people!

Written on Jan 17, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Marjorie didn't waste any time in getting to know what my primary focuses were and developing a plan around helping me. She is very good at getting to the heart of what my issues are even if I dance around them!

Written on Jan 11, 2020 after therapy with Marjorie for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief

She is amazing!

Written on Oct 25, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 3 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Marjorie is a very kind and supportive therapist.

Written on Sep 05, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and career difficulties

I’m feeling really great about my relationship with Marjorie. I trust that she does not judge me, has great listening skills, and can tell what I need to help continue on my road to becoming a better person.

Written on Sep 02, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Majorie is very thoughtful, intuitive, and professional. She has also recommended some great material for me to read. I really enjoy working with her and have already made good progress on my issues.

Written on Jul 08, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties

Marjorie is both deeply empathetic and disarmingly straight forward. Her approach is relational and intuitive with an insightfulness gleaned from a deep knowledge and experience of her field.

Written on Jun 07, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

I'm only three sessions in, but I'm loving my counselor, Marjorie. This is the best experience I've had with counseling so far and it is so convenient to do it from home or even work. We sometimes video and sometimes have phone calls, depending on my schedule/whereabouts. She's giving me practical advice and sharing books and worksheets that will help me reach my goals.

Written on May 21, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Marjorie is a wonderful counselor. She asks the right questions to uncover our problems and more importantly listens clearly to the situation. She offers great advice as well as tools and resources we can use to better ourselves and the situation.

Written on Apr 07, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Marjorie is amazing. She is so engaged, personable, and kind. She has given me a plethora of advice so far. We've just started our counseling in the last month, so we're still trying to figure out our priority list of what and how to tackle-- and there's a lot. I highly recommend her!

Written on Mar 29, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Marjorie Fagan is an exemplary therapist. I have found wells of inner strength that help pull me forward in the darkest of times thanks to her continued encouragement and support. She respond quickly to texts and talking to her on the phone is an absolute delight. She is hands down one of the best therapists I have encountered in my last five years of therapy. I recommend her without reservation.

Written on Mar 28, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Marjorie is an incredibly kind soul and is great at listening!

Written on Mar 25, 2019 after therapy with Marjorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and bipolar disorder

Marjorie is a very professional person and listens to me with the utmost care. I enjoy our sessions.

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