- Years in practice
- 10
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About Marissa
Marissa Raskin is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with ten years of clinical experience. She draws on a background in criminal justice and forensic mental health to understand complex situations. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, parenting concerns, relationship strain, and related life challenges.
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental. Sessions are meant to feel collaborative and practical. She listens first, then helps set small, manageable goals that fit a person's day-to-day life.
Background and approach
Marissa commonly uses clear, evidence-based tools such as cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. She also uses client-centered listening and motivational interviewing to help people clarify what they want and take steps toward it. These methods are tailored to each person's pace and priorities.
She has experience helping people cope with trauma, grief, workplace stress, caregiver burden, blended family questions, and addiction-related concerns. Parenting is one of the areas she lists, and she supports parents who are juggling caregiving, work, and wellbeing. Sessions may include skill-building, guided reflection, and practical problem-solving.
Marissa aims to make therapy useful and relevant, focusing on changes that feel realistic and sustainable for everyday life.
What Marissa works with
Everything Marissa lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Marissa helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Marissa lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience without judgment. It helps people feel heard and shapes sessions around their values and priorities.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It provides practical strategies for managing anxiety, mood, and parenting stress through small, doable changes.
Mindfulness therapy brings attention to the present moment through simple exercises. It can reduce reactivity, improve focus, and help with stress and emotion regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Marissa will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. She adapts techniques over time based on what is proving helpful.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls are useful for deeper conversations and interactive exercises. Phone sessions can require less bandwidth and work well for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging are helpful for ongoing support, brief coaching, and people who prefer written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and changing routines.
Questions people ask about Marissa
What concerns does she commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship strain, grief, and work-related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. She focuses on listening, collaboration, and practical steps that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of clinical experience as a licensed mental health counselor working with a broad range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LMHC credential and practices in New York.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
She meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost structure?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to her availability.
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