Meet Marilyn Rodriguez
LCSW, LPHA, Therapist | English and Spanish
(she/her)
Hi, I’m Marilyn Rodriguez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides culturally responsive, trauma-informed care to individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, identity exploration, and relational challenges. My clinical work is grounded in an integrative approach that draws from evidence-based practices while honoring the cultural, familial, and systemic contexts that shape each client’s experience. As a first-generation Mexican-American, I understand the complexity of navigating culture, family roles, and personal healing simultaneously.
More about MARILYN
Education, Background & More
I primarily support first-generation adults and young professionals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and identity-related concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and a client-centered framework to help my clients better understand their emotions, identify patterns, and build confidence in their voice. I have experience working with trauma-related concerns, stress and burnout, and major life transitions, including migration and first-generation experiences. I collaborate with clients to build insight, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop practical coping strategies that support long-term well-being.
I offer a supportive space for individuals working to reduce people-pleasing behaviors, heal emotional wounds, and feel more grounded in their sense of self. I strive to create an environment where clients feel understood without needing to over-explain their lived experiences. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and reflective, allowing clients to explore difficult emotions while feeling supported and respected. I emphasize increasing awareness of patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships, while fostering self-compassion and sustainable personal growth.
Marilyn’s specialty areas include:
- Acculturation, Immigration and Refugee Counseling
- Anxiety, OCD and Panic Disorders
- Burnout
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Identity Development
- Immigration Evaluations
- Interpersonal and Relational Concerns
- Life Transitions
- PTSD/Trauma, Grief and Loss
- Self-Esteem
- Social Emotional Learning
- Social Work
- Stress Management
At ARCH Counseling Center, we believe in building strong therapeutic relationships. Marilyn’s compassionate approach and commitment to client-centered care make her an invaluable member of our team. Marilyn also provides services in English and Spanish.
Contact Marilyn today to schedule your first therapy appointment, or for a free 15-minute consultation.
Mental Health Matters
Articles & Resources from Marilyn
Decolonizing Mental Health: Expanding the Way We Understand Healing
When many people think about therapy, they picture sitting in an office talking about feelings, coping skills, or childhood experiences. Therapy can absolutely include those things, but healing is often more layered than traditional mental health models have taught us...