Licensed clinical social worker recordMissouri
Marisa Richardson, LCSW
Missouri
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 005719
- NPI
- 1891229019
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Missouri
These details come from information Marisa supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-centered therapy
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness skills
About Marisa
Marisa Richardson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri with 25 years of practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, and helping people cope with life changes. Her work also addresses caregiver stress, workplace issues, money worries, and social anxiety.
Across her career she has helped people manage panic attacks, seasonal mood shifts, and feelings of guilt or isolation. Sessions are practical and conversational. She listens for what is most pressing and looks for steps that fit day-to-day life.
Her approach draws on client-centered work that keeps the conversation focused on each person's priorities. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes. Mindfulness practices are offered as short, doable skills for stress and worry.
Marisa also uses solution-focused ideas to set concrete goals and measure progress. She aims to make sessions useful between meetings so people can try things and report back what worked. This keeps therapy grounded in real-world demands like work, family, and money.
People who value straightforward discussion about current problems tend to find this style useful. She meets people where they are and helps map clear next steps. To begin, the site process asks users to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's priorities and what matters most right now. Online sessions let the conversation stay practical and user-led, with the therapist listening and helping you set the agenda for each meeting.Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and uses small experiments to change them. In remote sessions this often means setting brief between-session tasks and reviewing results together to see what helps with anxiety or mood.
Mindfulness therapy offers short attention and breathing practices to reduce immediate stress. These are taught in session and practiced between meetings so they fit into a busy day.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods to try based on their goals, symptoms, and daily life. That discussion happens early and can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available online session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit around work, caregiving, and travel. Others prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only meetings when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Online work aims to make therapy fit into everyday life rather than create extra scheduling burdens.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, workplace issues, and money-related worries.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style that emphasizes listening and concrete steps. Sessions draw on client-centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused methods.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 25 years of professional experience to her practice. That background includes supporting people through grief, panic, and seasonal mood changes.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Missouri. Her listed location is Missouri.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the chosen plan and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire helps match you to a good initial appointment time.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers