Marisa Gonzales, LPC

Hello, my name is Marisa Gonzales. I am a Licensed Professional counselor. I have 15 years of clinical care experience. I have experience providing mental health counseling to individual across the lifespan with a variety of presenting concerns.

I have interests in working with adults dealing with general health concerns, adjustment issues, depression, anxiety. 

I specialize in gerontological issues and grief work addressing challenges related to aging and the families affected.  I am passionate about helping people discover their sense of purpose in life and regain control over their emotions.  

I enjoy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy and mindfulness to help clients gain control over their lives and emotions to improve relationships, low self-worth, and quality of life in general.

I have experience working inpatient and outpatient with children and families from diverse backgrounds and issues.  My training is started out with a BA from Arizona State University in Psychology and a master’s degree in counseling from Ottawa University. 

I am a native to Arizona. I enjoy hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with my kids and family.