Marissa  Tunis
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Marissa Tunis

Psychologist, PsyD Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
California, New York Accepting Online
Westwood Accepting In-person
Updated January 29, 2024

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family therapy
  • Couples therapy
  • Relationship issues
  • Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

Professional statement

Dr. Marissa Tunis is a licensed psychologist in NY and CA who provides both online and in-person individual, couples, and family therapy. Dr. Tunis frequently helps her clients navigate challenges such as anxiety and depression; uniquely, she specializes in helping clients navigate these and other difficulties within the context of their relationships and family dynamics. Her approach is exploratory and directive, meaning she is available to help you solve your problems and provide instruction when needed.

Dr. Tunis believes in unconditional positive regard of her clients, and she connects with warmth and authenticity. She is dedicated to helping clients realize that they are capable of healing and able to enjoy their lives and relationships again.

Dr. Tunis's office is located in Westwood, Los Angeles, and she is available for sessions on weekdays, evenings, and weekends – both in office and online. She accepts credit cards and provides Superbills for clients to submit to their insurance for reimbursement.

Dr. Tunis understands that it is hard finding a therapist who is the right fit – someone who you can trust to have the skills to meet your needs. She encourages you to reach out in order to learn more, and looks forward to hearing from you.


Message to clients

How am I supposed to go on? Everything is so different now. Your relationship is over, and it feels like your

future has ended with it. You’ve spent such a long time identifying yourself as part of a couple that

you’re not even sure who you are as an individual. You found strength in facing challenges as a team,

and without that support, you’re not sure you can make it on your own. The world feels dangerous,

indifferent, and uncaring. You still have so much life to live, and you owe it to your family, friends, and

yourself to keep going. But it feels so impossible. You know there must be some path forward, but you

simply can’t see it.

Don’t give up! I can help you build a roadmap to the life of peace and fulfillment you deserve. I draw on

a host of therapeutic techniques, such as: EMDR, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based and humanistic approaches to identify the root causes of the pain you’re experiencing and heal it at the source. It’s time to move forward

into the bright, rewarding future you deserve.

Build the lasting, healthy partnerships you’ve always wanted. Feel confident in your ability to overcome

any challenge with resiliency. Empower yourself to take control of your life. Don’t let opportunities pass

you by. Reconnect with your loved ones and yourself. You don’t have to do this alone. Call me now for

your free consultation, and get started today!


Specialties

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

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

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

Couples therapy - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

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

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy - Working with a prescriber (Psychiatrist/NP), I provide KAP to clients with depression, chronic anxieties and/or those feeling stuck in their current mental health treatment. Remote and In-person offerings.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Marissa Tunis is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $275 (45min)
  • Sliding scale: $225 - $275
  • Initial session: $275 (45min)
  • Couples sessions: $275 (45min)

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
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Zelle
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

Location(s)

Westwood practice
10850 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 850, Los Angeles, California 90024
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire for hours
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Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire for hours
  • Tue Please inquire for hours
  • Wed Please inquire for hours
  • Thu Please inquire for hours
  • Fri Please inquire for hours
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire for hours
  • Tue Please inquire for hours
  • Wed Please inquire for hours
  • Thu Please inquire for hours
  • Fri Please inquire for hours
  • Sat Please inquire for hours
  • Sun Please inquire for hours

Work and Education

Private Practice, 2018 - Present
Resolutions Teen Center, Director of Family Services, 2019 - 2020
Upright Citizens Brigade, NY, Director of Support and Counseling, 2015 - 2018
COPE Clinic, NYSPI at Columbia University, Project Director, 2011 - 2012
UCLA and USC, Geriatric Neuropsychological Studies, Research Clinician, 2007 - 2009
Wright Institute Los Angeles, Internship, 2005 - 2005
Center for Healthy Aging, Internship, 2004 - 2004

California School of Professional Psychology, Psy.D., 2006
University of Florida, BS and BA, 2000


Languages

English