Marissa Alert(She/Her/Hers)

Marissa Alert, PhD, is a licensed clinical health psychologist who helps high-achieving individuals and busy professionals navigate the challenges they face. She focuses on issues such as chronic stress, burnout, insomnia, anxiety, or depression through individual online therapy. Dr. Alert is passionate about serving professionals in high-stress industries, recognizing the unique demands of their fast-paced lives.

Dr. Alert provides personalized support that is rooted in evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to ensure the highest quality of care and optimal outcomes for her clients. She tailors her approach to address clients’ specific needs while honoring their experiences, culture, values, and preferences.

A key part of her practice is fostering inclusivity and understanding, ensuring a safe space for diverse clients to open up and feel supported. Her approach helps clients to develop healthier coping skills, improve their overall well-being, and live life more in time with their values. In session, she has a warm, collaborative, and solution-focused therapeutic style.

Dr. Alert holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Dartmouth College and earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of Miami. Her predoctoral and postdoctoral training took place at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, respectively.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Alert extends her impact by serving as a workplace wellness consultant who creates solutions to foster healthier and happier work environments. When she’s not working, you can find her exploring new countries, cities, and restaurants.