About Marissa
Dr. Marissa Goldman uses a grounded, relational approach informed by her training as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Background and approach
She combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with attention to patterns of thinking and behavior to help clients manage stress, anxiety, and the demands of parenting. Her practice emphasizes practical skills alongside a compassionate exploration of identity, self-worth, and shifting life roles.
Goldman brings six years of clinical experience to challenges such as coping with life changes, building self-esteem, and addressing caregiver stress and communication problems. She also works with issues related to life purpose, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and women's issues, supporting clients who want coaching-style strategies as well as therapeutic processing.
Her style balances active skill teaching with relational support so clients can try new ways of responding while feeling understood. Located in Minnesota, Dr.
Goldman offers multiple remote session formats to fit different needs and schedules. She frames work as collaborative and practical, inviting clients to explore changes without needing to perform or have everything figured out in advance.
CBT-informed care and remote therapy options
Dr. Goldman uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a central part of her approach, helping clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress. CBT is practical and skills-focused, making it useful for worries, perfectionism, and managing reactions to life changes.Her practice also emphasizes relational and exploratory work that complements CBT, attending to personal narratives, self-worth, and communication patterns so clients can reconnect with values and purpose. Together with the client she evaluates which methods fit best, blending skill-building and reflective work to match goals and preferences in a collaborative way.
Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options let clients use different formats for skill practice, check-ins, or longer sessions depending on what suits their schedule and needs. The remote setup supports continuity of care and makes it easier to maintain momentum while juggling life responsibilities.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
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- Experience
- 6 years
- Licensed
- Illinois, Minnesota, New Hampshire
- Languages
- English