Marisa Padilla

My communication style

My style is a gentle, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive approach blended with humor and creativity that ideally allows space for you to explore emotions, feel encouraged, and develop new insights. I am committed to providing thoughtful and intentional care so you feel comfortable to talk through your experiences, and show up authentically.

My journey to mental healthcare

I feel like the most aligned version of myself in the mental health field and love connecting with each person's unique story. My background involves work across ages, cultural backgrounds, and settings including: outpatient clinics, psychiatric hospitals, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and partial hospitalization programs (PHP).

My goals for you

We will have the opportunity to work together to create a realistic plan for treatment approaches that best fit your needs surrounding relationships or any other challenges. At any point in time, you're encouraged to share about what you notice is working (or isn't) so we can best meet your goals!

Our first session

Our first session together is dedicated to getting to know you, your goals, and answering any questions you may have. It's completely normal to feel nervous or hesitant to share so much about yourself. I'll be there as a guide, and know that there's no pressure to share anything you aren't comfortable sharing!

I identify as...

• Female
• Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx