Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (She, Her)
Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
29 Ravenscroft Drive, Suite 201, Asheville, NC 28801
Not accepting new clients
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Not accepting new clients
As a trained couples' and family therapist, I use a systemic approach with my clients which emphasizes the development and maintenance of healthy relationships and communication. Evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral and solution focused therapies are examples of the theoretical orientations from which I work. I believe wholeheartedly that change comes from a blend of internal and external factors with a team approach between the therapist and client(s). My philosophy is not to "fix" people, but rather serve as a partner to support my clients toward defining and reaching their expressed personal values and goals.
I have extensive experience treating children suffering from abuse and trauma, but I work with a range of ages, emotional & relational issues. My office is a place of safety and trust. People of any race, gender, sexual orientation, religious/spiritual beliefs/cultural background are welcome in my office. With couples, I rely on the research of John Gottman
*Trained in Pragmatic Experiential Therapy for Couples (PET-C) by this theory's developer, Dr. Brent Atkinson. *Helps parents manage behavioral challenges with their children and adolescents, by subscribing to the Love and Logic curriculum. Sees clients on Tuesdays (in person), Wednesdays (online only) and Thursdays(in person)
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Marissa Kent-White
now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 395-6838
Let's Connect (828) 395-6838
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Optum
- Out of Network
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 1249
- In Practice for 17 Years
- Attended Northern Illinois University, M.S., Graduated 2006
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 395-6838
Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Parenting
- Family Conflict
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Traumatic Birth/NICU Experience
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 395-6838
Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Couples,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied,
Body Positivity,
Gay Allied,
Lesbian Allied,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy,
Queer Allied,
Racial Justice Allied,
Transgender Allied,
Veterans
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Couples,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied,
Body Positivity,
Gay Allied,
Lesbian Allied,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy,
Queer Allied,
Racial Justice Allied,
Transgender Allied,
Veterans
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Experiential Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Person-Centered
- Pragmatic Experiential Therapy for Couples
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 395-6838
Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Groups
Divorce/Break Up Support Group
The purpose of this group is to provide a safe space for participants to share their stories, feel a sense of community through a difficult life transition, and to learn psychoeducational skills to cope with relationship loss in healthy ways. This group will run each Sunday morning for 6 weeks. Start date to be determined. Location: The Mend Collective in W. AVL. Unfortunately, insurance will not be accepted for this group. There is a participant limit, so please contact me directly if you're interested in joining.
Expertise
Divorce
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30
+
Group Meets
Every Sun 10:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
Location
The Mend Collective
290 Haywood Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Email Marissa Kent-White about this group or call - (828) 395-6838
Location
Primary Location
Nearby Areas
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 395-6838
Marissa Kent-White
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT
Last Modified: 31 Mar 2023