Marilyn Balke-Lowry, LPC

Marilyn Balke-Lowry is a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 40 years of professional experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Marilyn aims to make the first step feel achievable and respectful of the courage it takes to begin.

Marilyn has worked in schools and in private practice, supporting both adults and teens. She focuses on listening closely and creating an open space where people can say what they need to say without feeling judged. Sessions emphasize clear communication and building practical ways to manage overwhelming emotions.

Her work often addresses motivation and confidence. Marilyn helps people sort through goals and barriers, and she offers straightforward feedback and problem-solving. She also supports those facing midlife shifts and questions about life purpose.

Marilyn’s additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, chronic pain or illness, and codependency. She also helps people dealing with divorce, family of origin struggles, and guilt or shame.

Her approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques and in forty years of hands-on practice. People who choose Marilyn can expect a practical, calm presence and an emphasis on helping them take the next usable step.

To begin, visitors are invited to complete the site’s Start Therapy questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Marilyn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and real-world skills. One common approach she relies on emphasizes practical problem-solving and coping skills to reduce anxiety and manage stress. This helps people break down worries into manageable tasks and learn ways to respond differently to difficult situations. Another approach centers on improving relationships and communication. It looks at patterns in how people relate, and teaches skills for setting boundaries, expressing needs, and repairing trust when it has been damaged.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Marilyn works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they test strategies and adjust the plan as progress is made, so the work stays practical and relevant to daily life.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care during life transitions such as moving or changes in health. Ask about the session formats offered so you can pick what best fits your routine and needs.