Marisa Schaff, LICSW
- Trauma and addiction care
- Relationship and family work
- Strength-based person-centered approach
About Marisa Schaff
During graduate training she also completed a two-year post-graduate program at the Denver Family Institute focused on marriage and family therapy, graduating from that program in February 2019. Her professional background spans drug court settings to residential treatment for pregnant and postpartum women, providing experience with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, trauma, relationship and family conflict, communication challenges, and personality-related issues.
Her clinical style is strength-based and person-centered, incorporating moments of humor and positivity alongside the hard work of therapy. She integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Solution-Focused approaches, and Narrative Therapy, tailoring interventions to fit each client’s goals. She emphasizes collaboration, viewing clients as experts in their own lives and supporting them in building practical skills and insight. She currently offers evening and some weekend appointments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marisa Schaff have?
Marisa Schaff has 10 years of experience working in behavioral health, including roles as a substance abuse counselor and clinical social worker.
Is Marisa Schaff a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: WA LICSW LW61106044.
In which languages does Marisa Schaff provide therapy?
Marisa Schaff provides therapy in English.
Where is Marisa Schaff located?
She is located in Washington.
How can I work with Marisa Schaff as my therapist?
You can work with Marisa Schaff through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marisa Schaff work with international clients?
Marisa Schaff does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marisa Schaff cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Online therapeutic approaches and what they offer
Marisa draws from several evidence-informed approaches to meet a range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior and developing practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance, which can be especially useful for relationship difficulties, intense emotions, and self-regulation challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity.Deciding which approach to use is part of the collaborative work between therapist and client. Marisa partners with clients to explore goals, preferences, and responses to interventions, adjusting techniques as needed to find the best fit for each person’s needs.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access, allowing clients to meet with licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and life changes while still engaging in focused therapeutic work with a trained therapist.