Marina Cline, MA, LCMHC-S, LMHC, PMH-C

Welcome to Hearth Counseling & Consulting

Hello, and thank you for considering Hearth Counseling & Consulting! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health. My passion lies in supporting women and their partners as they navigate the complexities of parenthood, loss, and other mental health challenges.

Education & Professional Background

Master’s in Mental Health Counseling: Brooklyn College, NY
Licensure: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC-S, LMHC) in North Carolina and New York
Certifications:

Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Certified EMDR Therapist

Professional Experience:

Over 14 years working with individuals, women, families, mothers, couples, and college students
Experience in private practices, residential treatment, hospitals, higher education, and inpatient settings

My Approach to Therapy

I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, helping clients identify and utilize their unique abilities to foster growth and healing. My therapeutic style is rooted in respect, empathy, compassion, humor, curiosity, acceptance, and understanding. I work through a multicultural, anti-oppressive, and social justice lens, recognizing and honoring each client’s unique experiences and identities.

Areas of Focus

A significant part of my work focuses on supporting individuals, women and mothers in the following areas:

Reproductive & Maternal Mental Health – Supporting mental well-being related to infertility, miscarriage, infant loss, pregnancy, and postpartum depression and anxiety.
Adjustment to Motherhood & Parenthood – Guidance through identity shifts and challenges of becoming a parent.
Birth Trauma– Healing from distressing or traumatic birth experiences.
Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder) – Management of mood-related conditions affecting daily life.
Trauma & EMDR Therapy – Processing past trauma using EMDR and trauma-informed care.
Parenting Challenges & Relationship Struggles – Support for parenting stress and family relationship dynamics.
Immigrants and Refugee – Supporting you through the challenges of transition, trauma, identity, and belonging while building resilience and healing in a new country.

I strive to provide a judgment-free space where clients can openly discuss their fears, challenges, and emotions surrounding motherhood, parenthood, identity, and other life transitions. Whether navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles, you deserve a space to be heard, supported, and empowered without shame.

Therapeutic Techniques & Modalities

I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including:

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing healthier coping strategies
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Processing past trauma and emotional distress
Solution-Focused Therapy – Helping clients find practical solutions to current challenges
Mindfulness-Based Therapy – Cultivating self-awareness and stress management techniques
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) – Building emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills

Because each client’s journey is unique, I focus on utilizing their strengths to help them achieve their personal and emotional well-being goals.

Clinical Supervision & Mentorship

In addition to therapy, I offer clinical supervision to Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associates (LCMHCA), supporting their professional growth and development.

A Little About Me

I live in the Raleigh area with my family and pets. Outside of work, I enjoy: