Self Esteem, Anxiety, Depression
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Marisha LaRae
Marisha Mathis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 6 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, seniors, families, and veterans. She particularly enjoys working with at-risk clients and specializes in helping to treat anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance disorder, academic issues, and low self-esteem.
Marisha empowers clients by helping them find positivity and identify their strengths. She also utilizes various methods of engagement such as forms of art to assist with self-expression through poetry, music, and creative writing. She offers motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Marisha would love the opportunity to explore some of the challenges that you may be having and work together to develop solutions based on your personal goals and desire to be the best version of yourself.
"I love helping others, creating healthy conversation, and getting to the heart of matters."
Get to know Marisha LaRae
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
Because I realize the importance of mental health. I believe compassion and emotional support work best.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Clients that understand that working through challenges are not always easy, but it is always worth it.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Clients that enjoy exploration and engagement.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
That honesty is necessary.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I like the practicality that the company uses to help its clients.
What inspires you?
A sincere desire to help others
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
To build a rapport that will help for future sessions.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
That I'm easy to talk to.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Spend time with family and friends, art (writing, music, food, reading, poetry, movies), and travel.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Creativity
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 6 years
- Graduating institute
- North Carolina Central University
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Social Work
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