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Marissa Katz Bellani

LMHC

Marissa Katz Bellani , LMHC

Therapist in Hawaii

· Licensed in 2 states · English
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“I'll meet you where you are at in your journey to wellness and mental health.”

About Marissa

Marissa Katz Bellani is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with eight years of clinical and internship experience. She trained at Lesley University with a concentration in Music Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapies, and she blends that expressive background with traditional counseling methods to tailor care to each person.

Her style is warm, interactive, and client-centered. Marissa often invites people to explore creativity as a pathway to insight, offering music-based interventions alongside familiar therapeutic techniques rooted in person-centered and evidence-informed approaches. She emphasizes meeting individuals where they are in their personal journeys and supporting steady movement toward greater balance and wellbeing.

Marissa views each person as the expert on their own life and serves as a compassionate, nonjudgmental guide. Her focus is on building a collaborative relationship that makes healthy change possible, helping people reduce overwhelm and cultivate more calm, resilience, and self-understanding.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions, online therapy is often as effective as traditional in-person care and can offer practical benefits for many individuals.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules or to access support from different locations.

Licensed professionals provide care using a range of therapeutic approaches, and clients may switch therapists if they seek a different fit. For many people, the combination of professional training and flexible delivery makes online therapy a convenient and accessible option for addressing everyday mental health and life challenges.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Marissa Katz Bellani have?

Marissa Katz Bellani has 8 years of experience in clinical work and internships.

Is Marissa Katz Bellani a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are: MA LMHC LMHC12356, HI LMHC MHC-851.

In which languages does Marissa Katz Bellani provide therapy?

Marissa provides therapy in English.

Where is Marissa Katz Bellani located?

Marissa is located in Hawaii.

How can I work with Marissa Katz Bellani as my therapist?

Clients can work with Marissa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marissa Katz Bellani work with international clients?

Yes, Marissa Katz Bellani works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marissa Katz Bellani cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match prospective clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts, Hawaii

Languages

English

About

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practising in Hawaii.

I graduated from Lesley University with a focus in Music Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapies.

How I Work

My clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.

I describe my treatment approach as warm and interactive, and I'll meet you where you are at in your journey to wellness and mental health.

I aim to work towards a calmer and more balanced, self-actualized place in your inner world.

Who I Help

I work with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and depression.

Frequently Asked Questions

What session formats does Marissa offer?

Marissa offers online therapy sessions.

What languages does Marissa offer therapy in?

Marissa offers therapy in English.

-Background

Credential
LMHC
Licensed in
Massachusetts, Hawaii
Education
Lesley University
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Existential Therapy · Gottman Method · Mindfulness Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Narrative Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy · Somatic Therapy · person-centered therapy
Languages
English

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