Marissa Raskin, LMHC

Marissa Raskin is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with ten years of clinical experience. She brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to sessions and aims to make therapy approachable for people feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin.

She trained in forensic psychology and forensic mental health counseling during graduate school and has worked with people facing substance use, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She has supported clients navigating trauma or involvement with the criminal justice system and those juggling work and parenting demands.

Her style is warm and inclusive. She focuses on clear conversation, respect, and avoiding stigmatizing labels. Sessions are collaborative, with room for practical problem solving and honest talk about what is and isn’t working in everyday life.

Marissa draws on a mix of methods, including client-centered conversation, cognitive tools to change unhelpful thinking, mindfulness practices for grounding, and motivational interviewing to build readiness for change. She adapts the plan to each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all protocol.

People often seek her help for stress, caregiver strain, addiction concerns, parenting stress, grief, workplace problems, and questions about identity and relationships. She also works with issues like ADHD, panic, and women’s health concerns. Her focus is on concrete steps people can use between sessions to feel steadier.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following the person’s pace. It helps when someone wants a supportive space to talk through feelings and make choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and uses practical exercises to change them; it can help with anxiety, depression, and panic. Mindfulness Therapy brings attention to the present moment through simple practices that reduce reactivity and help with stress and cravings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That might mean trying an exercise in session, adjusting tools between meetings, or blending approaches over time to see what feels most useful.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins on a lunch break or longer weekly sessions when needed. Many people find it easier to practice skills in their normal routine and bring those real-life experiences back into sessions for discussion.