Marla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Available in-person
502 Claremont Avenue Ashland, OH 44805
Let's Connect (419) 506-5782

Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or heavy at times, and reaching out for help isn’t always easy, but it’s often the first step toward healing and relief. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. I’m here to provide a stable, collaborative environment where we can identify challenges, develop effective strategies, and support your growth. I walk alongside children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, major life transitions, and other concerns that impact daily life.
I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach to therapy, drawing from evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DPT), Narrative Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and others. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and tailor our work to your unique needs and strengths.
If you’re ready for you or your child to have a supportive space to grow, I welcome you to reach out.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Marla Decker now - (419) 506-5782
Let's Connect (419) 506-5782

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareSource
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual
- Medicare
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
Marla Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Email me or call with questions - (419) 506-5782
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Ohio / S.2309746 Marla Decker
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended The Ohio State University , Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Marla Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Email me or call with questions - (419) 506-5782
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Marla Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Email me or call with questions - (419) 506-5782
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Marla Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Email me or call with questions - (419) 506-5782
Location
Nearby Areas
Marla Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (419) 506-5782