About Marissa
Our psychological health is a critical component of our overall functioning, well-being, and longevity, yet it often takes a backseat to other concerns and life commitments. I strive to use my training and experience to empathically assist clients in prioritizing their psychological health whether they are struggling with a single acute issue or longstanding complex problems.
I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Simon Fraser University in 2023 during which I received comprehensive training based on the scientist-practitioner model and conducted independent research in the area of anxiety, body image, and intimate relationships. I completed my residency training in the University of Manitoba’s Clinical Health Psychology program (Max Rady College of Medicine) with a focus on inpatient and outpatient assessment, and evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, eating disorders, and sleep disorders (e.g., insomnia, nightmare disorder).
Over the course of my training and career, I have gained extensive experience in psychodiagnostic, psychoeducational, and cognitive assessment. I assess adults and older adolescents for psychological disorders (e.g., major depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, psychotic disorders), personality disorders, ADHD, learning disorders, cognitive and intellectual functioning and impairment, and intellectual development disorder. Please note that I do not currently provide assessment services for children.
With regard to treatment, I practice from a primarily Cognitive-Behavioural (CBT) orientation, but recognize the importance of tailoring treatment approaches to the needs of clients and thus flexibly apply and integrate other approaches as needed. For example, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. I conduct short- and long-term treatment for a range of psychological concerns for adults and older adolescents and have significant experience with co-occurring disorders, including personality disorders. I recognize and emphasize the interactive effects of our social, cultural, occupational, and other roles and functioning on our psychological well-being and aim to collaboratively integrate these factors into treatment. I also work with other healthcare providers within a client’s network to fully and optimally address their healthcare needs.
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