Dr. Marissa Goldman, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois, Minnesota, and 1 more
More about Marissa
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LICSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Illinois, serving women who carry it all. The ones who hold everything together for everyone else. The high-functioning, the capable, the ones people lean on. The ones who rarely get asked how they are actually doing.
In my work, I support women navigating burnout, anxiety, identity shifts, relationship patterns, perfectionism, and the quiet exhaustion of being the strong one. Many of my clients are used to performing wellness long before they learn what it feels like to actually be well. Some are processing earlier wounds. Some are learning to have needs. Some are simply tired.
My approach is grounded, relational, and deeply human. I draw from attachment-based, trauma-informed, and mindfulness-based frameworks, and I pay close attention to the stories women have inherited about who they are allowed to be. I do not believe healing requires you to prove anything, earn anything, or arrive polished. You get to come as you are.
You do not have to keep carrying it alone. You do not have to be in crisis to deserve support. And you do not have to have the words for it yet. That is part of what we build together.
If you are ready to set some of it down, I would be honored to sit with you.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Dr. Marissa Goldman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184449621.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149028194 · Renews November 2027
- LICSW · Minnesota · 34869 · Renews January 2027
- LCSW · New Hampshire · 5520 · Renews May 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Marissa Goldman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Marissa Goldman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Marissa Goldman speak?
Dr. Marissa Goldman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Marissa Goldman have?
Dr. Marissa Goldman has 6 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Marissa Goldman licensed to practice?
Dr. Marissa Goldman is licensed to practice in Illinois, Minnesota, and New Hampshire.
Does Dr. Marissa Goldman accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Marissa Goldman accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. Marissa Goldman accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. Marissa Goldman accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Dr. Marissa Goldman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Marissa Goldman does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Marissa Goldman offer?
Dr. Marissa Goldman offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Dr. Marissa Goldman?
Dr. Marissa Goldman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Marissa Goldman?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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