Marissa Carter M.A, AMFT

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

LGBTQIA+ affirmative and committed to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients are recognized as the experts of their lives.

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in California
Supervised by Sierra K. Briscoe, M.S., LMFT

Free Initial Consultation

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

I have extensive experience supporting individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, and depression; exploring gender and sexual identity; engaging in non-monogamous relationships; living with chronic pain; and confronting existential dilemmas. It is a privilege to work alongside individuals and couples within my community, providing support for the LGBTQIA community and non tradition relationship structures.

My Background and Approach

My therapeutic approach is affirmative, relational, and sex-positive, with a collaborative focus at its core. With a passion for providing support through a feminist, multicultural, and non-pathologizing lens, I continuously examine the systemic structures that influence and shape mental health. I view my role as a guide, helping clients explore their values, core beliefs, and relationships, empowering them to take an active role in effecting meaningful change.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Culturally Sensitive Therapy Person-Centered (Rogerian) Relational Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Relational Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Relationship Issues

Other Issues

  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
M.A, AMFT, State of California · #146892
Supervision
Supervised by Sierra K. Briscoe, M.S., LMFT
Years in practice
3 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Judaism

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 160/session

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