Marisa Richardson , LCSW

Marisa Richardson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with more than 25 years of professional experience. She brings long-term clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and the challenges of life transitions. Her practice also addresses caregiver stress, communication difficulties, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, financial concerns, panic disorder and panic attacks, seasonal affective disorder, social anxiety and phobia, women’s issues, and workplace-related problems.

Marisa approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she customizes conversations and treatment plans to fit individual circumstances and goals. She combines practical coping strategies with opportunities to process emotion, adapting therapeutic methods to the client’s needs and pace. Marisa acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and aims to support clients through that first step while helping them build skills for managing current challenges and moving forward with greater clarity.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Marisa Richardson

Marisa uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s own perspective guides the work - this approach helps people who need validation, emotional processing, and a collaborative exploration of personal goals. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and stress. In addition, Mindfulness Therapy is used to help clients develop present-moment awareness and stress-management skills, which can be useful for panic, rumination, and coping with difficult emotions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Marisa works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time as progress and challenges evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access support from different locations within Missouri, and continue therapeutic work between in-depth appointments.