Uri Marcus, LMHC-D

Your uniqueness is the relationship you develop with your challenges.

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Uri Marcus, LMHC-D's style

Why Uri Marcus, LMHC-D chose to be in the helping profession

After growing up in a challenging environment, I spent much time learning to regulate my emotions, become more strategic, and stay goal oriented. Those experiences taught me the importance of understanding how emotions influence the way we think, behave, and respond to challenges. Before transitioning into the field of mental health, I worked as a management consultant and then as a data scientist in the tech industry. Through those experiences, I developed strong problem-solving skills and learned how to communicate complex ideas in a way that is clear, practical, and easy to understand.

My professional background continues to influence the way I approach therapy today. I bring a structured yet adaptable approach to my work, helping clients make meaningful connections between their thought patterns, behaviors, and emotions. I also draw on my experience navigating challenging environments and finding strategic ways to move forward when things feel complicated or overwhelming. My goal is to help clients develop a better understanding of themselves while also identifying practical ways to create meaningful change.

Uri Marcus, LMHC-D's approach

My approach to therapy is to first be a good listener to your concerns and then take an active role in guiding you toward identifying solutions. I believe that feeling heard and understood is an important part of the therapeutic process, but I also believe therapy can be a place to actively work through problems and develop strategies for moving forward. I focus on helping you better understand the connection between your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions and how those patterns may be affecting the challenges you are facing. From there, we can work together to identify solutions that feel realistic and meaningful to you.

In addition, I focus on helping you add a strategic component to the way in which you resolve conflicts and approach problem solving. This can involve looking at a situation from different perspectives, identifying patterns that may not be immediately obvious, and considering what steps can help you reach your goals. My approach is structured while remaining adaptable to your individual needs and concerns. I want therapy to give you both the space to talk openly and the tools to approach challenges in a more intentional way.

What you can expect from sessions with Uri Marcus, LMHC-D

By working with me, you should expect to feel heard and understood without feeling judged. I want you to feel comfortable bringing your concerns into the room and discussing the things that may be difficult to put into words. At the same time, I take an active role in helping you identify solutions and develop strategies for addressing the challenges you are facing. My goal is to create a space where we can work together in a way that feels both supportive and productive.

Because of my experience in the business world prior to devoting myself to therapy, you should expect to be able to connect with me in many areas, including self-confidence, business, finance, interpersonal interactions, and more. I understand that the challenges people face do not always fit neatly into one category, and different parts of life can influence one another. My background allows me to understand and engage with many of these areas while also bringing my mental health experience into the conversation. Whether you are working through personal concerns, professional challenges, relationships, or questions about your direction, I aim to meet you where you are and help you move forward.

Uri Marcus, LMHC-D's experience working with the Jewish community

I was born into and raised in an observant but open-minded family. I was brought up connected to the arts and sciences, which provided me exposure to both Jewish and worldly ways of life and thought. Having that combination of experiences shaped the way I understand people, their values, and the different ways they make sense of their lives. It also taught me that there can be room for curiosity, different perspectives, and meaningful questions alongside religious and cultural connection.

I realize that religious observance and connection is personal, and I approach this in a non-judgmental style. Everyone's relationship with Judaism, observance, and spirituality can look different, and I believe that personal experience deserves to be understood rather than assumed. My goal is to create a space where you can speak openly about your values, background, questions, or challenges without feeling judged. I bring an open-minded perspective to these conversations while respecting each person's individual way of connecting to their Jewish identity and the world around them.

Uri Marcus, LMHC-D's Book Recommendation Zone

• The Choice by Dr. Edith Eva Eger
  An uplifting book about the choice to live despite many challenges and trauma.
• The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku
  The beautiful life of an Auschwitz survivor.
• The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
  Book about trauma and its long lasting effects.

Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Life Coaching
• Motivational Interviewing
• Positive Psychology
• Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Concerns

• Anxiety
• Financial Stress & Avoidance
• Money & Relationships
• Relationships
• Religious Identity Issues

4 years in practice

Licenses

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor by State of New York 1/14/25. License number 015614

Degrees

• Masters of Mental Health Counseling by Hunter College 2022

Average costs per session

$175 - $250

Payment Methods

• Free consultation
• Zelle Quick Pay
• Venmo
• PayPal