Marissa Carlani

Marissa Carlani is an LPC based in New Jersey who works with young adults and women facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, and depression. She brings a focus on practical skills such as communication, self-love, and coping strategies while attending to the broader emotional landscape that surrounds life transitions and workplace issues. Her practice also addresses blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, and challenges around commitment and separation.

She emphasizes a collaborative approach that respects each person’s experience and goals. Marissa draws on evidence-based practices to support clients as they navigate social anxiety, family conflict, and the complexities of young adult life. Her work includes helping people process guilt and shame, explore life purpose, and manage behaviors such as smoking or vaping cessation when those concerns arise.

Clients can expect attention to relationship patterns, communication difficulties, and issues specific to women and caregivers. Marissa aims to help individuals build greater self-understanding and to foster healthier connections with themselves and others through steady, skill-oriented work.