Marissa O'Connor, LCSW

Strengths-based therapist for life transitions

Anxiety and stress
Trauma and recovery
Practical coping tools

About Marissa O'Connor

Marissa O'Connor approaches therapy as a partnership rooted in compassion and practical support. She understands that taking the first step toward change can feel intimidating, and she meets people where they are to help them manage anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. Her practice emphasizes creating a nonjudgmental, supportive environment where clients can explore goals, build resilience, and develop concrete strategies for coping with everyday pressures and complex issues such as eating and sleeping concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

With seven years of clinical experience, Marissa has worked with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families to find resolutions, identify resources, and reduce distress. She is a LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker - which reflects advanced training in psychotherapy and clinical assessment. Marissa draws on a strengths-based perspective and individualizes each plan of care, tailoring therapeutic interventions to match each person’s circumstances and goals. Her work blends empathy with practical tools so clients can create sustainable changes and move toward the healthier life they want to live.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem DepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marissa O'Connor have?

Marissa O'Connor has 7 years of experience providing mental health support and psychotherapy.

Is Marissa O'Connor a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. License details: NY LCSW 091115.

In which languages does Marissa O'Connor provide therapy?

Marissa O'Connor provides therapy in English.

Where is Marissa O'Connor located?

Marissa O'Connor is located in New York.

How can I work with Marissa O'Connor as my therapist?

You can work with Marissa O'Connor through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marissa O'Connor work with international clients?

Marissa O'Connor does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marissa O'Connor cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Marissa. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Skill Building

Marissa integrates client-centered therapy, which prioritizes empathetic listening and the client's own goals - this approach helps people feel understood and supports work on self-esteem, life transitions, and finding personal direction. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that examines patterns of thought and behavior to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, and stress-related problems. Additionally, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills-focused work on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for impulsivity and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marissa collaborates with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so treatment stays relevant and practical. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy fits the individual's pace and priorities.

Online therapy with a licensed professional brings practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit work, family, or busy routines. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice new skills between sessions, and access support from familiar settings when challenges arise.

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