Marissa Hathaway, MS

Licensed Professional Counselor

Marissa Hathaway began her therapeutic journey in high school when she realized that a life on Broadway wasn’t her calling. After struggling with depression as an adolescent, she felt a deep desire to help others navigate their mental health challenges, which set her on the path to becoming a therapist.

Marissa takes pride in her authentic, often humorous, and direct-when-needed approach to therapy. She believes that being real in the room is just as important as learning the skills to face life’s challenges. For Marissa, the most important relationship you’ll ever have is the one with yourself, and she strives to help clients cultivate self-compassion as a cornerstone of their healing journey. Her goal is to guide individuals toward becoming more genuine, empowered, and confident versions of themselves.

Marissa is experienced in the therapeutic approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). She is also EMDR-trained and working toward certification. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy effective for treating traumatic memories, long-standing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, panic disorder, PTSD, and grief.

Marissa’s ideal clients include individuals dealing with depression and anxiety-related challenges, anger management, grief and loss, significant trauma and childhood trauma, and young adult and coming-of-age issues.

Marissa earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas Woman’s University in 2012 and her Master of Science in Counseling and Development in 2015. Her extensive experience includes working in all levels of care, with much of her training rooted in acute psychiatric settings.

Outside of her professional life, Marissa cherishes time spent with her son, often trying new comfort food recipes together. She has a strong affinity for trees, seeing them as symbols of healing, growth, and being rooted. A standout memory for her is visiting Sequoia National Park, where standing next to the majestic General Sherman tree was a humbling and awe-inspiring experience. Known for her big heart, Marissa also finds heart shapes in everyday life, a reflection of her compassion and positivity.

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