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Thank you for visiting my website! I hope this will be your first step in making the necessary changes in your life to help you move forward. The therapeutic process helps address ongoing day-to-day challenges, core conflicts and issues developed over time that impact our daily lives.
All of my sessions are virtual using a secure HIPPA compliant platform. Online therapy is a great option for those looking for counseling services that they can access at a time and place that’s convenient for them. I am fully licensed to practice in NC, VA, CO, FL & TX.
Individual Therapy
Mental Disorders are common and often treatable. While many people handle their problems on their own, there are times when seeking professional assistance can bring a different perspective, support and tools needed to empower and change destructive patterns. Fortunately, there is help and for those who reach for it; there is relief. Therapy can be a priceless experience. Treatment is tailored to the needs of the individual involved. While there are often times in which events from the past are explored, the approach is solution-focused and proactive. Working together to help you heal and transform in the most efficient manner is the objective. Treatment for most clinical problems is available including: Life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, anger, bipolar, grief, divorce, parenting, LGBTQ, trauma and dissociation.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy is designed to help individuals involved in a romantic relationship gain insight of their negative patterns of interaction and improve relationship satisfaction. I work with couples struggling with communication issues, conflict, infertility, parenting, emotional distance, infidelity, intimacy problems, discernment and simple tune-up.
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but getting back on track on your own isn’t always possible. From pre-marital to rebuilding, I am here to help!
Marielisa Montero Savinon, LMFT
Welcome!
I graduated with honors from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition, I graduated from the University of Barcelona, Spain with a Master’s in Marital and Sex therapy. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Colorado and Texas. I enjoy working with people from varying cultural and social economic backgrounds. I am devoted to helping clients gain insight; to access their strengths and resources in order to find healthier ways to interact with their world. I believe that a collaborative and trusting relationship with the client is one of the most important factors in facilitating change. I have a special interest in working with couples; helping them manage their conflict, strengthen their friendship, deepen their love and restore their intimacy.
“I am passionate about helping people be the best version of themselves. My style is solution focused, narrative and person-centered. I focus on moving forward and overcoming challenges by breaking negative cycles, healing connections and improving communication. I am a trained sex therapist that can teach you specific tools to enhance sexual satisfaction.“
Trainings completed include:
Gottman Levels 1, 2 & 3, Gottman Treating Affairs and Trauma, Prepare/Enrich: Premarital Counseling, EMDR and Crisis Intervention.
Therapeutic Techniques
Gottman Method
Gottman Method
Gottman Method
Gottman Method™ Couples Counseling is
based on over four decades of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. Utilizing “What Makes Love Last” and “7 Principals for Making Marriage Work”, you will gain practical tools for bettering your communication, friendship and intimate life. Whether you’re looking to build a solid foundation, resolve
Gottman Method™ Couples Counseling is
based on over four decades of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. Utilizing “What Makes Love Last” and “7 Principals for Making Marriage Work”, you will gain practical tools for bettering your communication, friendship and intimate life. Whether you’re looking to build a solid foundation, resolve conflict, heal from an affair, or anything in between, you will find the tools and support you need at Changes Counseling Center. My mission is to help couples improve their relationships by utilizing evidence-based techniques to help couples develop better communication skills, resolve conflict and deepen their emotional connection.
Sex Therapy
Gottman Method
Gottman Method
Sex therapy provides a safe and expert place to talk about intimacy issues, sexual functioning, concerns about a possible sex addiction or to get help with specific sexual dysfunctions. Sex therapy often includes sexual homework assignments for the client to do later in the privacy of their own home.
The work of sex therapy is complex
Sex therapy provides a safe and expert place to talk about intimacy issues, sexual functioning, concerns about a possible sex addiction or to get help with specific sexual dysfunctions. Sex therapy often includes sexual homework assignments for the client to do later in the privacy of their own home.
The work of sex therapy is complex, and must be inclusive in its awareness of the interplay between medicine, biology and physiology, psychology, culture, environment, and individual interpersonal relationship dynamics. Depending on your situation, I may suggest that you consult with your existing psychiatrist, physician, urologist or gynecologist. We take a personalized approach, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Sex positive and kink allied.
EMDR
Gottman Method
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Is a form of therapy that helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. EMDR therapy has been extensively researched and has demonstrated effectiveness for trauma. While many times traumatic experiences can be managed and resolved spontaneously, they may not be processed
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Is a form of therapy that helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. EMDR therapy has been extensively researched and has demonstrated effectiveness for trauma. While many times traumatic experiences can be managed and resolved spontaneously, they may not be processed without help. Stress responses are part of our natural fight, flight, or freeze instincts. When distress from a disturbing event remains, the upsetting images, thoughts, and emotions may create feelings of overwhelm, of being back in that moment, or of being “frozen in time.” EMDR therapy helps the brain process these memories, and allows normal healing to resume. The experience is still remembered, but the fight, flight, or freeze response from the original event is resolved.”