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M​a​r​i​s​s​a Alvarez, LMSW

  • Experience5 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About M​a​r​i​s​s​a

Marissa Alvarez is a licensed social worker (LMSW) based in Michigan who focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, LGBT matters, and ADHD. With five years of practice, Marissa offers a collaborative therapeutic presence that helps clients explore how past experiences influence present patterns and responses.

Background and approach

They aim to meet people where they are, helping build practical coping skills and strategies to reduce distress while honoring each person’s pace and preferences. Marissa draws on evidence-based techniques and places particular value on trauma-informed care and approaches that attend to identity and systemic context.

Their work is shaped by intersectional feminist and anti-racist perspectives, and they bring attention to complex issues such as attachment, body image, chronic illness, co-morbidity, and gender dysphoria. Marissa frames therapy as a partnership focused on clear goals, growth, and practical tools, and they welcome inquiries about availability and fit for those seeking support in these areas.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Flexibility

Marissa commonly draws on trauma-focused cognitive behavioral approaches that help identify and change distressing thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, trauma responses, and some aspects of ADHD-related challenges. They also incorporate Internal Family Systems-style ideas that invite exploration of different internal parts and how those parts relate to emotions, relationships, and self-care needs.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative; the therapist works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts techniques accordingly. This process allows clients to try methods, give feedback, and refine the plan so therapy feels tailored and effective for everyday life.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and for matching communication style. These formats can make it easier to maintain consistency, access care from home in Michigan, and integrate therapeutic work into a busy routine while allowing the therapist and client to select the best mode for each session.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, LGBT concerns, and ADHD, along with related topics like attachment, body image, chronic illness, and gender dysphoria.
What is the therapist's general approach to therapy?
The therapist uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a trauma-informed lens, guided by intersectional feminist and anti-racist frameworks to tailor care to each client.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has five years of professional experience working with a range of mental health concerns and complex presentations.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
The therapist holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan, with license details listed as MI LMSW 6801121506.
Which languages are used in sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available for appointments?
Clients can meet using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the therapist's available formats.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process of working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English