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Marissa Schuster
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
2825 S Ankeny Blvd Suite 101, Ankeny, IA 50023
Let's Connect (515) 516-4743
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Hello! I’m Marissa. I am here to offer you a safe space to heal and overcome the lasting effects of trauma. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of guiding individuals through the challenging journey of healing from traumatic experiences. I am here to support you on your journey, no matter what challenges you face. Whether you're struggling with trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, religious trauma, perinatal mental health (for new moms and dads!), depression, or anxiety, I’m here to listen and provide guidance. Together, we can create a brighter future.
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I specialize in the following areas: PTSD & trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, women's issues, dissociation, depression, and anxiety. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Narrative Theory.
I am a compassionate and analytical therapist that uses humor and creative means to work through your therapy journey. I deeply value a non-judgemental space to facilitate a process of exploration, self-compassion, and growth. My hope is to provide a safe & supportive environment for you to being your journey to inner healing.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Marissa Schuster now - (515) 516-4743
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $158
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
- Private Pay
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- Wellmark BCBS
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Marissa Schuster
Counselor, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 101502 Marissa Schuster
- In Practice for 4 Years
- Certificate from GEMS - Sex Trafficking Trainer - Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention 2018
- Attended Drake University , Masters, Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Expertise
- Body Positivity
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Human Trafficking
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Trafficking
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Thrive Counseling Center
2825 S Ankeny Blvd Suite 101
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 516-4743Email me
Nearby Areas
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Marissa Schuster
Counselor, LMHC