Therapist Profile:

Marissa Robinson, LMHC

SHE/HER

Clinical Director

Marissa Robinson is the Clinical Director of Be You Psychotherapy who specializes in individual therapy and couples therapy. Marissa works primarily with young professionals in their 20s and 30s who are navigating life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, career transitions, relationship issues, communication problems, and sex and intimacy concerns.

As an experienced relationship therapist, Marissa believes the foundation of healthy connections—both with yourself and others—starts with being grounded in your authentic self. Marissa's therapy approach combines emotions-based therapy, strengths based therapy with relational therapy to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and free of judgment. Whether you're facing challenges in your relationships or managing stress from life changes, Marissa works with you to develop deeper self-awareness through your emotions and provides practical tools for lasting change.

Marissa’s clients leave each session feeling more connected, purposeful, and clear about their emotions, healthier relationships, and feeling more satisfied with life overall. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, growth, and emotional well-being, Marissa is here to support you.

  • Marissa holds a Bachelor of Science in Family Science, with a minor in Human Development, from the University of Maryland, College Park. She went on to earn her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, where she graduated with honors. Throughout her studies, Marissa completed extensive coursework, training, and testing to achieve licensure in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, demonstrating a strong commitment to her professional development.

    • Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy, ICEEFT

    • Shaping a Secure Sense of Self Using EFIT, Virtual Training, Clearly Clinical

    • Transforming Resistance Fundamentals of Experiential Dynamic Therapy, AEDP Institute, New York

    • Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, AEDP Institute, Level 1, New York

    • Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, AEDP Institute, Immersion Course, New York

    • Sexual Diversity, The Buehler Institute, New York

    • Substance Disorders and Sexuality, The Buehler Institute, New York

    • Sex Therapy Theory and Counseling, The Buehler Institute, New York

    • LGBTQ+ and Relationships, The Buehler Institute, New York

    • Sexual Anatomy, The Buehler Institute, New York

    • Sexual Development, The Buehler Insitute, New York

    • Foundations of Sexual Identity, The Buehler Insitute, New York

    • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Foundations and Group Leader, Baltimore, MD

    • Alcohol and Drug Trainee, Community College of Baltimore

    • Integrating Spirituality & Faith Based Counseling, Towson, MD

    • Family Systems Training, Towson, MD

    • Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions, Baltimore, MD

    • A Wounded Healer Heals: Dr. Yalom on Life, Loss and Therapy, Clearly Clinical

    • The Ideal Progress Note: Myths, Methods, and Best Practices, Clearly Clinical

  • What is your favorite self-care tip/way to wrap up the end of a long day: Taking a long walk always helps me wrap up the day because I am moving my body, breathing in the air, and allowing myself to let go of the emotions of the day. For me, movement is key!

    What is one thing that always brings a smile to your face?

    My dog, Tucker, and cooking a homemade dinner for myself after a long day :)