Marissa Watkins, LCSW, AZ | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Marissa Watkins

Focus areas

Anxiety

Emotional Disturbance

Parenting Counseling

Codependency

Life Transition

Peer Relationship Struggles

Depression

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Marissa Watkins

Hi there, I'm Marissa! Hello! I’m Marissa Watkins, LCSW. I’m a therapist in Arizona working primarily with adults who have experienced trauma and/or struggle with depression and anxiety. I’m also passionate about perinatal mental health. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Portland State University, which laid the foundation for my clinical practice. My approach My therapy style is influenced by attachment theory, trauma-informed care, interpersonal neurobiology, and mindfulness. The quality of fit between client and therapist is the most important factor in whether therapy will be helpful. As your therapist, I will seek to understand you and create space where you feel safe to be vulnerable. My focus Many clients I work with have trauma histories and struggle with depression, anxiety, and low self-worth. I also support parents pre- and post-partum who may have anxiety, depression, or difficulty with this life transition. My communication style In sessions, you can expect to be heard, supported, validated, and challenged. Some clients need a therapist to be more directive, which I can do. However, I tend to allow clients to take the lead, as they generally know what they want to discuss and explore. My journey to mental healthcare Like many therapists, I knew I wanted to help others early on. While working with children in foster care, I saw how transformative therapy could be for kids and caregivers. I decided then that therapy would be my way to help others and pursued my clinical education and training. My goals for you We will set goals for our work together and routinely check progress. These goals are YOUR goals, not mine. Goals are important because I want therapy to be productive for you. My first session with you In our first session, we will discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and learn more about you—your experiences, strengths, and concerns.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Arizona

Education and training

Portland State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1841609179

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5.00

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Marissa Watkins work with?

Marissa Watkins works with Rula Health - Arizona.

What are common reasons for patients to see Marissa Watkins?

Marissa Watkins frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Marissa Watkins on their profile.