Marissa Carlani

Marissa Carlani is an LPC practicing in New Jersey who focuses on helping women and young adults navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through communication struggles, self-worth, and life changes. Conversations are practical and straightforward so clients can start applying what they learn right away.

Marissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on grief, family conflict, and workplace stress. She helps people identify small, manageable steps to reduce anxiety and improve daily routines. Sessions often include building communication skills, setting boundaries, and practicing self-compassion.

She has three years of experience as a licensed professional counselor. That experience includes supporting people through breakup and divorce, blended family transitions, and caregiver stress. Marissa pays attention to how past hurts affect current relationships and decision making.

People who struggle with codependency, commitment worries, or social anxiety can expect a practical focus on problem solving and skill building. She also supports goals like smoking and vaping cessation by breaking habits into achievable tasks. The work is collaborative and paced to each person's needs.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability. Marissa works in English and does not accept international clients at this time.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online care

Marissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and changing everyday habits. One approach helps people learn clear communication and boundary-setting to reduce relationship stress. Another focuses on breaking down anxiety and depression into small, manageable steps such as activity planning and coping skills practice.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marissa collaborates with each person to identify which techniques fit their goals and daily life. She will adjust plans based on how a client responds and on specific concerns like grief or workplace strain.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people work on skills between meetings and bring real-life examples to sessions for immediate feedback.