About

Marissa Shennan offers a blend of empathy, compassion, collaboration, and a straightforward style to help people address both everyday and more complex needs.

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and Idaho with three years of clinical experience. She brings practical experience delivering telehealth and virtual therapy, making remote sessions useful and effective whether addressing daily stressors or more intensive concerns like trauma.

She partners with clients to set clear goals and tailors interventions to support the changes they want - acting as a co-pilot on the journey toward improvement. She draws from a variety of approaches and modalities, including trauma-focused work, attachment-informed strategies, EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapies, and solution-focused techniques, and personalizes a plan to help clients move toward their objectives.

Location:
Idaho, United States
Years Experience:
3
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Anger, Attachment issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Self esteem, Sexual trauma, Somatization, Veterans, Women’s issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 94199, ID LMFT LMFT-8351
  • NPI Number: 1952857435
  • License: LMFT (California) #94199 exp 2027-08-31 • LMFT (Idaho) #LMFT-8351 exp 2026-08-26

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. One major advantage is flexibility. You can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Each therapist is a licensed professional, and you may switch therapists at any time if you would like a different fit.

How much experience does Marissa Shennan have?

Marissa Shennan has three years of experience providing therapy.

Is Marissa Shennan a licensed therapist?

Yes. Marissa Shennan is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and Idaho.

In which languages does Marissa Shennan provide therapy?

Marissa Shennan provides therapy in English.

Where is Marissa Shennan located?

Marissa Shennan is located in Idaho.

How can I work with Marissa Shennan as my therapist?

You can work with Marissa Shennan by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Marissa Shennan cost?

The cost of therapy with Marissa Shennan can vary depending on factors such as your location and her 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?

To get started with Marissa Shennan, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.