About Dr. Marissa Gowey
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Pediatric Psychotherapy
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Life Transition
Perinatal Mental Health
Young Adult Issues
Parenting Counseling
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Coaching
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Marissa Gowey
Hi, I'm Dr. Marissa Gowey. I am a pediatric psychologist - I work with kids, teens, young adults, and families dealing with medical conditions and/or life stressors that are negatively impacting their well-being. If you're looking for a professional who truly cares, relates to you, and provides a research-backed plan made with your input that produces real and long-term positive change, you are in the right place.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I believe in the notion that two things can be true. My approach with patients is both:
- Empowering & Guiding
- Encouraging & Challenging
- Direct & Warm
- Humorous & Genuine
- Creative & Research-backed
- Professional & Deeply Empathic
I offer a range of in person and virtual pediatric psychology services in Illinois:
- Free (pre-service) brief consultation
- Assessment, Testing
- Treatment, Therapy
- Coaching
My areas of expertise include:
- Children, adolescents, young adults, parents, families
- Medical conditions, chronic illness, anxiety, adjustment, stress, life transition, body image, self-esteem, disordered eating attitudes and behaviors, school problems
- Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
If you have questions about something on (or not on) here, please ask!
What is your typical process for working with clients?
What's it like working with me?
- Having a warm hand on the shoulder and getting a gentle nudge forward, while hearing, "You can do this"
- Being provided every skill and tool you need to feel empowered in order to feel confident and capable to meet your goals.
- Having a coach on the sideline, ready to provide guidance and encouragement, if and when needed.
What will we do in our first session?
- Session 1 with me is usually about setting goals and planning for treatment. It's like mapping out a trip. First, we briefly go over necessary logistics - like safety and other policies. Next, I explain our roles: you're the driver, I'm the navigator/GPS. I make suggestions for how to get to where we're going, and you ultimately decide where we are going and the route we will take to get there.
- Other than that, I'll follow up on any questions that didn't get answered or need more information provided on your intake forms.
- After session 1, we start the active work. And yes, I said work. This is more than talk therapy. We do activities, exercises, and lots of in session work and skill-building to reach those goals we mapped out in Session 1. I also said we! I'm in this with you - the whole way. Frequent progress check-ins help us determine whether the path we're on is working or if we need to re-route. Once we reach the point where you say, "Yes, this is where I wanted to be when I started!" is when therapy either ends (through a gradual and mutually agreed upon process) or we map out a new destination with new plans based on new therapeutic goals.
If this sounds like what you are looking for to move forward to well-being or get back to just being you, reach out! I'd love to join you on your journey.
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In-network insurances
Dr. Marissa Gowey has 50+ in-network plans.
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More information on payments and coverage
- Aetna insurance accepted
- Private pay cost (per 60 min therapy session): $250
- A superbill for your services with me can be provided upon request. The superbill can be submitted to your insurance company (by you; I can help show you how), if I am an out of network provider for you. Then, your insurance will evaluate if and how much they will reimburse you for what you paid for your services.
Office location
Dr. Marissa Gowey, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Florida, PhD in Psychology
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
NPI number
1033694310
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Marissa Gowey?
Generally, Dr. Marissa Gowey has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Gowey's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Marissa Gowey accepting new patients?
Dr. Marissa Gowey generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Gowey's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Marissa Gowey accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Marissa Gowey online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Gowey using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Marissa Gowey work with?
Dr. Marissa Gowey works with EmpowerMe Psychology, PLLC.
Where is Dr. Marissa Gowey's office located?
Dr. Marissa Gowey has 2 office locations in Glen Carbon, view full addresses on Dr. Gowey's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Marissa Gowey?
Dr. Marissa Gowey frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Marissa Gowey on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Marissa Gowey speak?
Dr. Marissa Gowey speaks English.