Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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East Hanover, NJ 07936

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I am a strengths-based, trauma-informed psychotherapist who prioritizes meeting you where you are on your journey. I provide a safe space for exploration and growth. I am here to support you every step of the way to lay the groundwork for positive change. I work with clients of many age ranges. If you are struggling with anxiety, OCD, addiction, grief, self-esteem, life transitions (& more!), we would likely work well together! Some skills I utilize in sessions are pulled from CBT, DBT, IFS, & more, however, therapeutic approaches are not universal! There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.

As a therapist, I create a safe space for my clients to show up as themselves, and make sure you feel comfortable talking about the hard stuff (and the not-so-hard stuff). I am direct and often challenge my clients in sessions, which helps with positive growth, as well as building a strong rapport in the therapeutic space.

I received a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Marist University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from NYU Silver School of Social Work, I currently teach as an adjunct professor at Marist University in their MSW program! I am licensed in New York and New Jersey, and am a member of NASW and CSWA.

Call or Email Marisa Whelan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (551) 389-0489

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

East Hanover, NJ 07936

(551) 389-0489

My website

I am so happy that you are here! I offer virtual therapy sessions to NY and NJ residents.

I see individuals, couples and families

I hope that I get the opportunity to connect with you and be part of your therapeutic journey! :)

Let's Connect (551) 389-0489

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

East Hanover, NJ 07936

(551) 389-0489

My website

I am so happy that you are here! I offer virtual therapy sessions to NY and NJ residents.

I see individuals, couples and families

I hope that I get the opportunity to connect with you and be part of your therapeutic journey! :)

Finances

Fees

Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I do not accept third-party-insurance, but I can provide you with a superbill if you have out-of-network benefits, to help with reimbursement. I have partnered with Mentaya, a platform that allows me to run your insurance to assess your reimbursement rate, and submit claims for you!

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC06450000 Marisa Whelan

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended New York University Silver School of Social Work, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2021

Additional Credentials

License: New York 098962 / 2024

I am a LCSW in both NY and NJ, accepting clients from both states.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

I am a LCSW in both NY and NJ, accepting clients from both states.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anxiety
Body Image
Depression
Eating Disorders
Grief
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief, and more. Whether you are looking to increase your self-esteem, better the relationships in your life, or develop more effective communication skills, I am committed to working collaboratively with you to get you to where you want to be.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

12 Endorsements

Alexa McKeon

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Marisa is a fantastic therapist! She is extremely supportive, provides great feedback, and has helped me grow as a therapist.

Claire Sullivan

Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, MS, R-DMT

I highly recommend Marisa for her kind, thoughtful approach to therapy!She brings genuine warmth & acceptance into every session, creating a safe, welcoming space.Her deep empathy & insight make it easy to explore challenges and experience personal growth!

Siena Vaccara

Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA, LPC

Marisa is collaborative and trauma informed! She provides a healing environment that highlights strength based approaches.

Katlyn R Hershman

Counselor, LMHC-D

Marisa is warm, compassionate, intelligent, and effortlessly relatable. Her humor and kindness make it easy to open up. Simply put, she's the real deal - smart, kind, and someone you'll actually look forward to talking to! I highly recommend her.

Lauren Silverman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Marisa is an exceptional therapist who is incredibly skilled at what she does! She is warm, compassionate, and thoughtful in her work and I would recommend her to anyone looking to start therapy!

Charlene Oristanio | Couples + Adults

MA, EdS, LPC

I highly recommend working with Marisa! She's dedicated to her clients and easy to open up to. If you're looking for a therapist who is genuine and adept, you've found her!

Sirona Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR

Marisa Whelan is an excellent clinician whom I recommend without hesitation. Her unwaivering commitment to ethical practice is the bedrock of her work. Her natural centured nature is an asset to our profession.

Better Minds Counseling & Services

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP

Marisa is warm, thoughtful, and just personable person, and it translates right into the quality of therapy she provides to her clients! Truly, she is a welcoming therapist and highly recommend working with her!

Deanna DiCostanzo, LCSW- Grief, Trauma, EMDR, IFS

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

From the second you sit down with Marisa you feel welcomed and seen! She has such a warm approach to therapy and is so skilled in her areas of expertise. Cannot recommend enough!

Amanda Tinter-Brown

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

Working with Marisa is an incredibly positive experience. Her compassionate and thoughtful approach to therapy creates a space where you will feel heard, supported, and accepted. She brings a calming presence and genuine empathy to her practice.

Jessamyn Henschel

Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC

Marisa is an incredibly empathetic and non-judgmental therapist, who creates a strong sense of safety with her clients. She is adaptive in her approach, and possesses a vast skillset to meet the needs her clients. I highly recommend her!

Theresa Nicholas

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Marisa embodies a warm, kind and non-judgemental presence with her clients. When I worked with her, it was clear that she poured her heart into her work with clients. Marisa is highly skilled and I feel confident referring clients to her!

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Narrative
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I often use CBT and IFS in my practice, and all of my work is from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective. I am committing to making you feel safe and heard in your therapy space, and will help you learn ways to combat any struggles you are experiencing.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (551) 389-0489

Location

Primary Location

East Hanover, NJ 07936

(551) 389-0489

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I am so happy that you are here! I offer virtual therapy sessions to NY and NJ residents.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (551) 389-0489

I am so happy that you are here! I offer virtual therapy sessions to NY and NJ residents.

Marisa Whelan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (551) 389-0489

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