Welcome! I am Marissa, a LPC based out of Texas offering virtual counseling services. With everyone's busy schedules between work, spouses, children, and other commitments, finding a convenient time and place to take care of ourselves is essential. I offer a flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle. I feel it is a privilege to be a safe space for clients to navigate life's obstacles, and I am glad you are here to take the first steps towards wellness.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session with me consists of gathering information about you. This session will feel a lot like a Q&A. I will ask what your current support system looks like, your hobbies, work-life, family life, and much more. You will tell me what you are wanting to get out of therapy, what you look for in a therapist, and/or any other questions you may have about this new journey. This is where we, together, come up with a plan that is tailored specific to you and your needs.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I feel like my greatest strength is providing a non-judgmental space for my clients. I want my clients to feel empowered, heard, and supported by me. I believe the foundation to a great therapy experience is the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with clients aged 18 to 60 + that come from all backgrounds. I understand life can be hard, but you don't have to feel alone in it. I welcome all ranges of clients and their needs. I encourage you to book an initial appointment with me and together we can explore what can work for you.
About Marissa Gonzales
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Person-centered (Rogerian)
I believe all clients seeking therapy have the desire and capability to achieve their personal goals. Counseling sessions should make clients feel empowered, motivated, heard, and understood in a nonjudgmental space. Whether you are trying to gain more confidence, improve interpersonal relationships, deal with the effects of major life stressors/events, and many other life topics, I utilize a person-centered approach first. Each and every one of my clients is unique in their individual needs, and that should be embraced. "What is most personal is most universal."- Carl R. Rogers
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is beneficial for a wide range of presenting problems and recognizes how our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical sensations are connected. I use CBT to help clients identify harmful/maladaptive thoughts and behaviors and give them the tools to navigate and manage symptoms. CBT can be useful for you if you experience PTSD, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship patterns/issues, and overall stress and coping skills. With this treatment, clients can be challenged by the therapist in a beneficial way to point out harmful thought patterns/behaviors.