Marc Rott , LCSW

Marc Rott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 26 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. He has practiced in a range of settings, including hospital-based care and private practice, and he spent more than 25 years teaching in higher education. Licensed in Oregon, he brings deep clinical experience and an educator's attention to clarity and learning.

Marc helps people facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low confidence and self-esteem, life transitions, and feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed. While symptom relief is important, he emphasizes exploring the underlying patterns, beliefs, and experiences that shape how people think, feel, and relate to one another. This focus on root causes supports more lasting, meaningful change rather than only short-term coping.

His therapy style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. He aims to provide a non-judgmental space where clients feel respected and understood while they examine what lies beneath presenting concerns. Drawing from evidence-based approaches, Marc tailors interventions to each person's needs and moves at a pace that feels right for the client. He welcomes the courage it takes to seek help and offers a thoughtful, grounded approach aimed at both coping and deeper personal growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Marc Rott

Marc Rott integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathic relationship that helps people explore their values and choose paths that fit who they are. It is useful for building self-esteem, navigating life transitions, and improving relationships. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Marc works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and tailors interventions accordingly. Over time he adjusts the methods used so that therapy aligns with what is most helpful for the client, whether the focus is skills-building, emotional exploration, or relational repair.

Online therapy with Marc includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from familiar environments, and access support when life feels busy or unpredictable. Licensed professionals can effectively deliver these modalities, offering consistent, accessible therapeutic support across distance.