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Marisa Ronquillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Insightful Roots Therapy. With several years of experience in the mental health field, Marisa specializes in trauma-informed care, complex PTSD, anxiety, and life transitions. She is particularly passionate about helping individuals navigate challenges and cultivate meaningful, lasting change. Marisa earned her Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy and has undergone extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which she incorporates into her practice to support clients in healing from trauma and emotional wounds. She also draws from evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and holistic approaches that address the mind-body connection. Marisa is known for her compassionate, direct, and collaborative style, creating a safe space for clients to explore their inner worlds and work through life’s complexities. Her work is rooted in the belief that healing happens when individuals feel truly seen, heard, and supported. As a therapist, Marisa values the uniqueness of each client’s journey and tailors her approach to meet their specific needs and goals. She is deeply committed to empowering her clients to rediscover their strengths, embrace their authentic selves, and build lives of fulfillment and balance.
Healing takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Masters of Couples and Family Therapy l California School of Professional Psychology, 2019
Native American, Asian, Biracial
Bilcultural
English
Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)
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Virtual and In Person
Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Trauma
Bicultural or multicultural experience, Burnout, Caring professionals, Codependency, Dating, Highly sensitive people, Midlife stress, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Panic attacks, Parenting, Pregnancy and/or infant loss, Postpartum depression, Self esteem/self worth, Social anxiety, Stress, Life transitions
Calming, Direct, Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal family systems (IFS), Trauma-focused
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$175
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Individual Session
$200
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Couples Session
$200
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Family Session
Offers sliding scale spots
Marisa is an amazingly skilled therapist, helping her clients get to the root of their challenges with their mental health to make lasting positive change. With her background in trauma work, she is able to guide her clients on their journey empowering them to make changes and choices that align with what brings them meaning and joy in life.
I have had the privilege of working alongside Marisa for about 7 years, and I can confidently say she embodies professionalism, compassion, and dedication in every aspect of her work. She consistently prioritizes the well-being of her clients, using her extensive knowledge and specialities to provide ethical and effective care. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking genuine support on their therapeutic journey.
Marisa is a compassionate and skilled therapist with extensive experience in treating a wide range of complex diagnoses. She specializes in using evidence-based approaches, including DBT, CBT, and EMDR, to support her clients effectively.
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