About
She tailors CBT strategies to help children and teens understand and manage their anxious thoughts and feelings, often with parent involvement. Marissa works with clients to develop coping skills, challenge repetitive negative thinking patterns, and gradually face fears. She uses evidence-based practices, such as Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and cognitive restructuring, to help children and teens learn effective coping strategies, develop cognitive flexibility, and build resilience. Additionally, Marissa is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based program that empowers parents to become active agents in their child's therapeutic process. Through PCIT, Marissa and the parent work together to enhance the parent-child bond and develop positive interaction patterns, creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive. Marissa serves children and teens in the Portland area, offering support for anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) issues. She is located on Northwest Flanders Street in Portland, OR.
Insurance & payment
Marissa Swanson accepts Out of Network insurance plans.
- Out of network
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A type of therapy that helps individuals understand and manage their thoughts and feelings.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
An evidence-based practice that helps individuals gradually face their fears and develop coping strategies.
Cognitive Restructuring
A technique that helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
An evidence-based program that empowers parents to become active agents in their child's therapeutic process.