- Compassionate guidance
- Evidence-based support
- Focus on communication
About Marissa
Marissa Carlani is a licensed professional counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She works in New Jersey and speaks English. Marissa creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through what matters most to them.
Her work often centers on building better communication and stronger self-regard. She supports people dealing with social anxiety, workplace stress, and life transitions. Marissa also addresses family and relationship strain, grief, and issues such as codependency and caregiver stress.
Marissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person. She and the client collaborate to set realistic goals and develop small, practical steps to reach them. Sessions focus on skills people can use between meetings to handle difficult moments and improve daily functioning.
With three years of clinical experience, Marissa aims to help people strengthen their sense of purpose and self-love. She helps clients work through guilt, shame, and commitment concerns while exploring healthier habits and coping strategies. Her approach emphasizes steady progress over quick fixes.
People who choose Marissa can expect a direct but compassionate conversational style. She guides clients through communication skills, coping plans, and ways to rebuild resilience after loss or life change. To start, a short questionnaire and scheduling step matches people to sessions that fit their needs.
Evidence-based approaches for online care and fit
Marissa draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage emotions and relationships. One approach she uses focuses on skill-building for anxiety and stress reduction, teaching practical tools for managing overwhelming thoughts and pacing daily routines. Another approach centers on improving communication and relationship patterns, helping people notice interaction habits and practice clearer, kinder ways to express needs.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Marissa collaborates with each person to identify goals, try methods, and adjust strategies if something does not fit. This collaborative process helps make therapy feel relevant and manageable for daily life.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to continue care through life transitions while keeping focus on skill practice and progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Marissa help people with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, and related concerns like codependency, caregiver stress, and workplace problems.
What is her style of therapy?
Her sessions are collaborative and practical, using evidence-based techniques to build skills, improve communication, and address daily challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Marissa has three years of experience working with individuals on emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential, listed as NJ LPC, and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
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