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Marissa Gray(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Illinois
Anxiety -Family issues-Parenting-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health- Relationship issues-Self-esteem-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Marissa Gray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois, specializing in women's mental health in Illinois, with specialized training as a certified perinatal mental health provider.

Marissa specializes in anxiety and stress, relationships and boundaries, perinatal mental health, and values-based decision-making. Her approach is strengths-based, compassionate, challenging when needed, and validating. She utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy, and believes in providing a therapy that puts the client's emotions, needs, and experiences first.

Marissa's background as a school social worker, social justice advocate, preschool director, clinical director, and clinical supervisor are all part of who she is as a therapist, bringing with her an understanding about the value of feeling heard, seen, and supported.

Marissa provides all individual therapy sessions via Telehealth. Although many of Marissa's clients live in Chicago or the surrounding Chicagoland suburbs, she is licensed in Illinois and is able to work with clients across the state.


Message to clients

I specialize in women’s mental health, providing compassionate and authentic therapy that works for you. Far too often, women carry significant stress and anxiety from pressure to do it all. This may show up as picturing the worst case scenario and feeling stuck in indecision, or having difficulty setting boundaries and prioritizing people pleasing over self-care.

In addition to providing therapy for anxiety, boundary setting, and values-based decision-making, my expertise also includes specific training and certification in perinatal mental health, encompassing pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, and loss. Though not talked about enough, these experiences in a woman’s life are often marked by anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, and grief, and the toll that this takes on self-worth is huge. Whether you are a pregnant mom, a new mom, a second or third time mom, or someone struggling to become a mom, you deserve a space that has been created for you. As I said above, I am so glad you are here.

Prioritizing women’s mental health is crucial for the individual (you!) and has critical impacts on those around, including those who are often so important to you (your spouse/partner, your children, your parents and siblings, and your friends).

Together, we can begin to unload the mental load so that your life - the roles you hold and the relationships you have (including the relationship with yourself) - holds the type of balance and meaning you deserve.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 11 years

Empowered Therapy, Clinical Director | Therapist | Supervisor, 2019 - 2023
Preschool Director, 2016 - 2019
School Social Worker, 2012 - 2016
School Community Coordinator, 2008 - 2012

Postpartum Support International, Perinatal Mental Health Certification , 2024
University of Chicago, Masters in Social Work, 2014
Miami University, Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, 2008

Licensure

Illinois: 149019189

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Marissa Gray

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$170 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week