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Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE

Marissa Nelson

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Washington, DC 20018
Let's Connect (202) 932-0332
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I’m Marissa Nelson, an award-winning, Relationship and Sex Therapist, TEDx speaker, and educator dedicated to helping couples and individuals thrive. You can catch me on Fox 5 or Good Day DC sharing insights on dating, or in the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Glamour, and Women’s Health as a trusted relationship expert. I recently launched The Lovers Society, a community offering resources, courses, and content to help you level up your relationship. My mission is to help you reclaim pleasure and intimacy, and gain the clarity and support to make decisions that work for your future—because you deserve peace, joy, ease, and rest!
My specializations and experience allow us to work together with a purpose: To help committed couples dedicated to making their love last, learn how to effectively communicate their emotional and sexual wants and needs so that they can thrive in connection, grow in desire, and deepen intimacy. This applies to pre-marital all the way through the golden years.
Therefore, wherever you are in your journey together, I can accelerate your path to clarity, communication and connection - tailored to your unique relationship needs. You are not alone. Know that there is hope, and that I am here to support your relationship. Give me a call or send me an email today.
Call or Marissa Nelson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 932-0332

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Washington, DC 20018

(202) 932-0332
Our virtual sessions fit your busy life. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings and together, we'll uncover the root of your issues
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Sexual Abuse 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Intimacy is everything. I work with couples just like you to achieve something that money cannot buy: clarity, communication and connection.
Marissa Nelson
Let's Connect (202) 932-0332
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Washington, DC 20018

(202) 932-0332
Our virtual sessions fit your busy life. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings and together, we'll uncover the root of your issues
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Sexual Abuse 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Intimacy is everything. I work with couples just like you to achieve something that money cannot buy: clarity, communication and connection.
Marissa Nelson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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We issue documentation for you to provide to your insurance company for reimbursement.
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Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332
"
We issue documentation for you to provide to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LMFT000272 Marissa Nelson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended Drexel University, Masters in Family Therapy, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists Certified Sex Therapist / 2016
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Pennsylvania Master's in Education Entrepreneurship / 2022
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I'm an award-winning, Ivy League-educated Relationship and Sex Therapist with 12 years of experience helping singles and couples thrive. I've worked with thousands of clients, including high-profile and C-suite professionals, and my expertise helps me solve your problems at the deepest level.
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332
"
I'm an award-winning, Ivy League-educated Relationship and Sex Therapist with 12 years of experience helping singles and couples thrive. I've worked with thousands of clients, including high-profile and C-suite professionals, and my expertise helps me solve your problems at the deepest level.
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Abuse

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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Whether you are navigating communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust, struggling with intimacy, or facing sexual dysfunction, I work with couples at every stage of their journey. From newlyweds to those who've been together for 10, 20, or even 30 years. I provide a compassionate space to explore and resolve your challenges. I provide a neutral space where both partners feel heard and understood.
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332
"
Whether you are navigating communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust, struggling with intimacy, or facing sexual dysfunction, I work with couples at every stage of their journey. From newlyweds to those who've been together for 10, 20, or even 30 years. I provide a compassionate space to explore and resolve your challenges. I provide a neutral space where both partners feel heard and understood.
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 932-0332

Endorsement

Legacy Counseling & Life Coaching LLC
Legacy Counseling & Life Coaching LLC
Marriage & Family TherapistEdDLMFT
Marissa Nelson is a great sex therapist who creates a safe space that encourages couples to speak openly about their sexual behaviors that may be interfering with their lives.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 932-0332
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 932-0332

Location

Primary Location

Washington, DC 20018

(202) 932-0332
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Our virtual sessions fit your busy life. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings and together, we'll uncover the root of your issues
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 932-0332
"
Our virtual sessions fit your busy life. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings and together, we'll uncover the root of your issues
Photo of Marissa Nelson, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Marissa Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSE
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 932-0332