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Marissa Raskin

Compassionate counselor blending evidence-based care

LMHC New York

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Marissa

Marissa Raskin is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with a decade of clinical experience.

Background and approach

She trained in criminal justice and psychology at the University at Albany and holds dual master’s degrees from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in forensic psychology and forensic mental health counseling.

Over the past 10 years she has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, including substance use, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, and issues tied to involvement with the criminal justice system. Her therapeutic stance is warm, empathetic, and inclusive, emphasizing respect and sensitivity rather than stigmatizing labels.

She draws on several evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing, and adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs. Marissa aims to support clients navigating life changes, grief, career stressors, ADHD-related struggles, and a variety of other concerns, offering collaborative care that centers the client’s goals and preferences.

Using Evidence-Informed Methods in Online Care

Marissa frequently integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness therapy into her online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and other distressing symptoms. Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and stress management skills, which can support coping with trauma, cravings, or overwhelming emotions.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist discusses goals, preferences, and individual needs with each person and adapts methods over time so the plan fits the client rather than forcing a single model of care.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, or geographic constraints, and they allow therapists and clients to try different communication styles to find what works best.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Marissa works with a broad range of issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, and workplace or career stress.
What is the therapist's general therapeutic style?
The approach is described as warm, empathetic, supportive, and inclusive, focusing on respect and sensitivity while avoiding stigmatizing labels.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She has 10 years of experience working as a counselor and therapist with diverse client concerns and settings.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
She is licensed as an LMHC with NY LMHC 011848 and practices in New York.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats are sessions conducted?
Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with this therapist?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English