Holistic Psychotherapy

Virtual therapy for women of color across California

Individual, virtual therapy sessions for the woman who is ready to look inward.

This is deep inner work, trauma healing, relational healing, and an opportunity to break open so you can break free.

Healing origin wounds

Liberation is found when we can understand ourselves

Know that you are not alone in questioning yourself and your relationships.

The most common challenges that clients bring to our time together are at the core, a feeling and belief of not being enough. Issues like anxiety, overthinking, seeing your worth in achievement, people pleasing, challenges with boundaries, and perfectionism often mask attachment wounds that leads us to believe that we are not enough as we are, or worthy of the things we most desire.

SPECIALIZING IN

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Pregnancy, postpartum, pregnancy loss, fertility & beyond

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Anxiety, overthinking, overdoing, need for control, self-blame, questioning yourself, seeing your worth in achievement

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Somatics + Reiki

Imagine a life where

You felt confident in knowing that whatever you think, whatever you want, is right. No more asking everyone you know for their opinion. No more fear of what other’s think or how they’ll respond. No more overthinking, over controlling, trying to fit into a version of perfection that no longer aligns with who you are becoming. Imagine a life where you feel completely at ease and at peace with just being you. A life where you can be ALL OF YOU. Just as you are.

Through somatic practices you will

  • Get to the root

    We go beyond just talking about things. Through somatic exploration we’ll discover how things took shape so you can better understand your conditioned tendencies, shadow, and inner child.

  • Build safety & trust

    We anchor the work in nervous system healing and somatic practice to gently build safety and trust within your body so that all parts of you feel seen, heard, and understood. This is where survival mode wll slowly melt away.

  • Embody your true self

    With a foundation of safety you’ll create the space for you to show up fully and unapologetically as all of you. Your consistent practice will guide you in embodying and becoming the future self you dream of.

—Psychotherapy client

“My experience with this therapy has been transformative; it provided me with the tools to forge a profound connection with my body and understand the language of my anxiety. Each session has been a step towards empowerment, filled with insights and tailored somatic practices that have brought me lasting peace and self-awareness.”

— Saskia Sani

“Marisela is a compassionate guide on my journey to emotional well-being and working with her has been a transformative experience that extended beyond conventional therapy. What makes Marisela exceptional is her holistic approach to healing, emphasizing the importance of centering the body, looking inward, and connecting spiritually. Her understanding towards the challenges women of color face empowered me to understand and embrace my identity and body and her guidance equipped me with the right tools to navigate my anxiety and depression. I’m so glad that the universe brought me to Marisela and I’m grateful that her guidance, energy and support have led me to a place where I’ve become my favorite self”

—Psychotherapy client

“Psychotherapy is the greatest act of love to offer yourself. Psychotherapy creates a safe space to see yourself clearly, and from that point of clarity, find your voice, and take action toward the life you want to create for yourself. Before I used to think that the source of my suffering was external, but psychotherapy helped me take full responsibility for my life and now I am seeing the fruits from believing in myself, and my ability to experience the world from a place that feels authentic and peaceful. ”

 FAQs

  • You can complete the contact form or you can schedule a clarity call so we can talk about what you need support with. Together we can determine if any of my services are the right option for you.

  • Somatic therapy and somatic coaching both focus on the mind-body connection but serve different purposes and audiences.

    Somatic therapy is a therapeutic approach that addresses psychological issues by exploring physical sensations and emotions stored in the body. It is typically led by a licensed therapist and is often used to heal trauma, anxiety, attachment issues, and other deep-seated emotional challenges. This process encourages clients to connect with their inner experiences, facilitating healing through body awareness and release.

    Somatic coaching is a more proactive and goal-oriented practice, designed for individuals seeking personal growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. While it also utilizes body awareness, somatic coaching focuses on helping clients achieve specific personal or professional goals by integrating somatic techniques with practical strategies. This approach supports clients in cultivating their potential, enhancing self-awareness, and fostering a deeper connection to their intuitive wisdom.

  • Fees are set with consideration of the time and energy required at all levels of creating and delivering services in the most aligned way possible.

    1:1 Therapy $250

  • It is my vision to offer healing support that is free from the constraints of the mental health industry. To do so it is necessary to break free from the insurance restrictions that prevent clinicians and people like you, from accessing more holistic and integrative care.

  • At this time I am not able to offer a sliding scale for my services. I do offer several tiers of healing in order to make my services more accessible.

Invest in yourself. You are so worth it.

Your freedom is waiting for you. Book your free consultation by choosing a day and time that works for you. I can’t wait to meet you.