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Marissa Grant, MA, LCMHC

Meet Marissa

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Marissa is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who works with children (ages 3+), adolescents, and adult women. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Play Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) in August 2021.

Marissa believes therapy is a collaborative journey—a space where counselor and client work together to create meaningful, lasting change. She sees the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of healing and is dedicated to building a warm, trusting connection with every person she supports.

Using an integrative, personalized approach, Marissa tailors each session to fit the unique needs and goals of her clients. She draws from evidence-based methods such as person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and play therapy. This flexibility allows her to craft treatment plans that truly meet clients where they are—promoting growth, understanding, and resilience.

Marissa is especially passionate about child-centered play therapy, helping children express themselves freely and develop emotional awareness in a supportive environment. With adolescents, teens, and adult women, she provides a holistic approach to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges.

In addition to individual therapy, Marissa partners with parents and caregivers through Child-Parent Relationship Training (CPRT), helping families strengthen communication and build deeper, more connected relationships. Her experience spans schools, private homes, and telehealth, offering clients flexibility and accessibility wherever they are.

Having studied abroad in Spain, Marissa brings a global and culturally sensitive perspective to her work. She is committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where every client feels seen, heard, and respected for who they are.

Specialties & Areas of Focus

  • Play Therapy

  • Parent-Child Relationships

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Anger/Aggression

  • OCD

  • ADHD

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Grief and Loss

  • Self-Esteem

  • Life Transitions

Ages Served

Children (aged 3+), adolescents, and adult women

Insurance Accepted

BCBS, Aetna, CBHA, Medcost

Please note that our practice does not accept Medicaid or Medicare.

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