Marissa Paquin
Marissa Paquin, MA, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked in mental healthcare since 2006. She has experience working with adults, adolescents, and notably First Responders experiencing mental health concerns including but not limited to trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and grief.
Marissa graduated with a Master’s degree in Co-occurring Counseling. Her undergraduate degrees are in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She is also a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Marissa is a certified EMDR therapist through EMDRIA and has completed advanced training in recent traumatic events and group traumatic events protocol, as well as Ego State interventions. Marissa is also a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist through PSI. In addition, she has completed advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Marissa believes that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires genuine caring without judgment, and she cooperatively assists her clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. She provides a compassionate atmosphere to safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, and beliefs. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, she draws from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. Her integrative style of client-centered therapy includes a strength-based approach incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based treatment. As a therapist, she is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. Marissa considers herself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling.
Marissa has a particular passion and expertise working with adolescents as they struggle to define their identities, cope with the rapid physical, emotional and psychological changes that take place within them and adjust to the demands of peers, school, families, and society. When seeing teenagers, she works collaboratively with the family, schools, and others to provide optimum level of care.
Marissa is passionate about learning and constantly bringing new tools and techniques to her practice and those with whom she works. Marissa believes in empowering others and when equipped with the proper tools everyone can become happy, healthy individuals and achieve their personal goals.
Testimonials
Marissa allowed me to be comfortable and open from the first session. I went into therapy with an open head and heart and am so grateful for all of her tips, at home practices, and the practicality she brings to our sessions. Marissa is willing to let me feel uncomfortable while at the same time making sure I am safe. I am grateful for her and Infinite Mindcare and would recommend them to any and everyone.
Neurofeedback is one of the most effective treatments I’ve ever come across to help address trauma, anxiety and depression. My sessions have me regain clarity, connectedness of mind and body as well as finding healthy mind and body balance. Highly recommend!!!
“I met with Greg at a very low point in my life when my self-esteem was nil and my anxiety about being a single woman in her late 30s was overwhelming. It’s important to note that I was already medicated on anti-depressants so my self-image was consumed with thoughts of ‘crazy, cat lady.’ I had already received two years of therapy for my social anxiety and the damage of growing up in an alcoholic home so I wasn’t keen on having to revisit the past. However, my insecurities at work and trust issues in romantic relationships were completely unmanageable and
It was nice to be understood and reassured by a professional who never imposed their beliefs or opinions but offered guidance.
Everyone I talk to wants me to express appreciation for your presentation yesterday. Your years of research, your depth of understanding of user interfaces, and your ability to present the subject in such an interesting way resulted in a memorable occasion for attendees. I personally appreciated your approach to anticipating users’ intents. Since we are entering a new growth phase as we begin the Civil Service 5 Year Strategic Plan, I believe civil servants can benefit from the methods you suggested for their respective development. Your enthusiasm is contagious, and we trust attendees will use your suggestions in their overall
I really enjoy everything about the service from the moment I walk in. Everything – from the tea to the toys lol.
Sometimes you meet people who are truly doing what they’re meant to do… this was the case when I found Infinite Mindcare. I had searched for help from multiple professionals before having the good fortune of finding Sutton Burke. She helped me acquire the tools I needed to work through not only my existing anxiety, but any future challenges that come my way. Her guidance and support positively impacted every aspect of my life. I’m a healthier and happier individual overall thanks to her guidance. She has the magical ability to provide insight and skills in a way that doesn’t
After many years attending a traditional therapist, I can only say that I wish I had found Greg sooner! Over a period of 18 years I had seen another therapist to address issues relating to family, stress, and anxiety, but I was looking for better results. I was extremely skeptical about seeing another male therapist. Greg really help me to work with me to develop practical strategies. Whether you are considering therapy for the first time, I strongly recommend you seeking out an introductory session with Greg.
“Life is difficult at best but especially these days. Life is full of difficult, emotionally contaging people at work and in our families and always-on work needs produces stress and depression in us.The modern style of counselling is to help recognise these and many other situations, to suggest tools to help and ways of thinking that help in these situations and to practice them when they arise. Once you start to use these ‘tools’ they defend you against the worst of how life can affect you.This way of counselling has been proven effective scientifically, and may be preferable to medications
Raquel has provided me with tremendous insight on my professional identity, helped me to create better boundaries in my personal relationships and let go of decades worth of painful memories. I truly appreciate the safe non-judgmental space that she creates to make the healing happen.
