meet marissa jaacobi, lcsw

Marissa brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal passion to her psychotherapy practice. Prior to becoming a full time therapist, Marissa spent several years as a pediatric and adult medical social worker within one of NYC’s premier hospital systems. Her professional background supporting individuals across the lifespan through chronic medical conditions, life transitions, and experiences of trauma and loss has deeply enriched her understanding of the human experience.

Inspired by her experiences as a medical social worker, Marissa has dedicated her practice to guiding individuals of all ages through life’s challenges and pivotal moments. Marissa couples her professional expertise with her passion for attachment and relationships, bringing a humanistic approach to her therapeutic work. She believes that understanding the intricacies of human connection is fundamental to fostering emotional well-being and personal fulfillment. With Marissa, you’ll find a compassionate guide who is committed to helping you navigate life’s twists and turns and empowering you to live authentically.

Marissa’s Approach

Acknowledging that you are the expert in your own experience, Marissa approaches therapy with flexibility, authenticity, and a commitment to collaboration. She believes in fostering a genuine connection with her clients, utilizing honesty, compassion, and humor to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for open exploration of thoughts and emotions. Marissa is trained in EMDR and practices through an attachment-focused and psychodynamic lens. She takes an integrative approach, teaching cognitive and dialectical behavioral coping skills to help clients develop personalized strategies for managing daily stressors, relationship concerns, and anxiety. Her goal is to empower her clients with the tools and insights they need to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and resilience. You can expect to leave sessions with Marissa feeling not only understood but also equipped with practical skills and a renewed sense of strength to face life’s challenges.

Professional Experience & Clinical Expertise

Young Adults (20s & 30s), College Students, Adolescence, Life Transitions, Friendships, Dating & Relationships, Self-Esteem, Body Image, Disordered Eating, Executive Functioning, ADHD, Alzheimer’s & Dementia, Chronic Illness, Caregiving, Grief & Loss, Trauma, Complex Family Dynamics

Education & Credentials