psychotherapy in fort walton beach & online across FL and NJ
Therapy for creatives, business professionals, & parents
ready to break the mold---
without the breakdowns
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a studio for your soul
Somewhere along the way, your sensitivity became a survival skill---not a superpower. You learned to read the room before you entered it--scanning for cues that it's safe to be yourself. Now, you're lost in your thoughts--planning, perfecting, and performing...not because you want to, but because you excel at it. You've tried therapy/coaching/classes but you notice the same cycles of self-criticism & control stuck on repeat.
Bullying yourself into obedience has become a tired dance. If only you could stop gaslighting your gut and speak your shh-tuff (the things you were taught to keep quiet about)---then you could embrace your shadow, instead of living in someone else's.
this is a place to make mistakes
with confidence.
Creatively blocked--You've stopped engaging in activities that give you a sense of calm, direction, and purpose.
Feeling pressure to move on from loss you can't even name--It's hard to find the places and people who will hold you without judging you.
Stuck in analysis paralysis--You're so good at seeing a situation from all angles but it feels like a move in any direction comes at too high a cost.
Longing for deeper connection to yourself and others--The walls you built to protect yourself have become a prison. Relationships feel...transactional.
maybe you're...
This is a space to unearth hidden narratives, experiment with your intuition, and express your true self. Here, you can stop dreading the unknown and start wielding it to design a life you love.
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I will work with you to help you reclaim your imagination and unleash all that is well within. Together we can create a not-so-nervous system—one that serves as your internal compass for joy, abundance, and flow. I'll meet you where you're at with curiosity and a playful spirit.
I'm Marisa--therapist, writer, & visionary behind Creative Process Counseling. I help smart and sensitive truth seekers settle in to life's mystery with ease and speak up for what matters most--with confidence.
meet your guide
Marisa's approach redefines the art of healing. I treasure her bright, authentic presence. Her creative energy sparks something powerful in everyone she meets. To witness her dedication is truly inspiring. Marisa is a force for transformation and hope!
lauren s.,
therapist, Yoga Instructor, FL
Marisa embodies what I believe to be the essential "ingredient" of this work: authenticity. She brings heart and honesty to her practice, guided by her own commitment to wellness & connection. As a therapist, I would trust her with my loved ones.
Alexandra S.
Therapist, clinical Supervisor, FL
Marisa is deeply caring, calm, and compassionate. We worked from 2010-2012 facilitating group therapy programs together, she is an exceptional person & therapist. I wholeheartedly recommend her for anyone seeking a sage, stable, grounded, & holistic provider!
JeN H.
Therapist, Reiki master, NJ
Marisa is a creative and holistic therapist who offers something different. She will meet you where you are and provide a safe space for you to transform and grow. I have worked with Marisa and found her to be incredibly kind and dedicated to her clients!
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