I’m Marissa
I’m a psychotherapist, lifelong learner, spiritual seeker and fun-haver.
I’ve always been a fairly happy, busy, energetic person. At the same time, I always had a level of anxiety and discomfort in my body, roiling beneath the surface. Eventually, life circumstances caused me to stop in my tracks, and start to look inwards.
Through working with my early relational patterns, using the Enneagram as a map for self-understanding, and opening to deeper spiritual insights, I’ve found a level of peace and freedom I didn’t know was possible. My work now is about helping others walk their own path towards peace.
As a therapist and facilitator, my intention is to meet you exactly where you are, with curiosity, wonder, and genuine care.
We can laugh together while exploring deeper truths. We can approach hard-to-reach places gently. My role is to help you discover for yourself what you need for the next phase of your journey.
In my work, I draw from a range of modalities and frameworks, including:
Internal Family Systems
Brainspotting
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
The Enneagram of Liberation
Leela Therapy
PSIP
Everything I use is something I’ve experienced on my own healing path, so I only offer tools I trust and believe in.
When I’m not working, you can usually find me riding bikes, reading books, and eating gluten-free pastries
Background & Training
PSIP Apprenticeship Program (June 2025-present)
Leela Therapy Training Program (May 2025-present)
IFS Supervision Group with Kristin Baron (Jan 2024-present)
Brainspotting Level 1
Master of Social Work (MSW), USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
Contact
Have a question about my workshops or want to schedule a 1-on-1? Reach out using the form and I will get back to you as soon as possible.