Marissa Papp
LSW, PEL
Every child deserves a safe place where they can feel heard, supported, and accepted exactly as they are. Marissa believes that therapy should be a space where children and teens feel comfortable being themselves while gaining the tools they need to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
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Drawing on her experience as a school social worker, Marissa has worked closely with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds. She understands that every child’s journey is unique and takes a compassionate, strengths-based approach to helping young people overcome obstacles, build resilience, and develop a stronger sense of self.
Whether a child is experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral challenges, social difficulties, or adjusting to a major life transition, Marissa strives to create a supportive environment where meaningful growth can happen.
Specialties & Therapeutic Approach
Marissa has experience supporting children and adolescents facing a wide range of emotional, developmental, behavioral, and social challenges. She works collaboratively with families to help young people build confidence, strengthen relationships, and navigate life's transitions with greater resilience.
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Life transitions and adjustment challenges
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Anxiety and stress
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Emotional regulation challenges
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Behavioral concerns
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Developmental delays
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Social skills and communication challenges
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School-related stress
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Family transitions, divorce, and family changes
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Grief and loss
Marissa believes therapy is most effective when children feel safe, understood, and empowered to be themselves. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized, focusing on helping children and teens develop greater emotional awareness, healthy coping skills, and confidence in their ability to manage life's challenges.
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Child-centered and strengths-based therapy and care
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Collaborative work with children, teens, and families
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Coping skills development
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Emotional awareness and self-understanding
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Confidence and self-esteem building
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Behavioral and emotional regulation strategies
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but Marissa is committed to making the therapeutic process approachable and empowering for both children and their families. Her goal is for every client to leave therapy feeling a little more confident, a little more understood, and better equipped to face whatever comes their way.
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Through empathy, collaboration, and personalized support, Marissa helps children and teens build the foundation for lasting emotional growth and well-being.