Larissa strives to provide a warm and non-judgmental space where clients are welcome to express themselves authentically. She approaches therapy in a compassionate and understanding manner and works collaboratively with clients to create personalized goals. Larissa has a wide variety of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all backgrounds. She is committed to helping her clients improve their relationship with themselves and others. By exploring past and present experiences, she can help you achieve greater self-awareness, deepen your self-acceptance, and live a more meaningful life. 

• Anxiety & OCD
• ADHD
• Depression
• Trauma
• Children and Adolescents
• Self-Esteem and confidence
• Stress Management
• Life transitions and adjustments
• Boundary setting and authenticity
• Relationship concerns
• Communication Issues
• Parenting
• Mindfulness and Meditation

• CBT
• Person-Centered
• Solution-Focused 
• Psychodynamic
• Relational

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Larissa received her master’s degree in forensic psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is currently pursuing a doctorate degree in Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. 

Currently, Larissa works as a Psychometrist at Pacific Psychological Associates where she is responsible for the administration and scoring of psychological, neuropsychological, personality, and academic tests. Her clients present with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, dementia, traumatic brain injuries, autism spectrum disorders, and a range of developmental, neurological, and personality disorders. 

Prior to entering the mental health field, Larissa worked in a variety of community-based roles within the nonprofit and education industries. Her experiences afforded her the opportunity to work with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds, including the three years she spent working with children and families in Kuwait as an education specialist. Larissa’s diverse professional background lends to her accepting nature and her ability to tailor her approach to the unique needs of each client.