Marissa Raglin

Marissa's academic and professional journey has been marked by a deep commitment to the field of psychology and counseling.

Throughout her career, she has provided counseling services in the Chicagoland area, working with individuals of all ages, from children to adults, facing a wide range of conditions and disorders. She is grateful to walk alongside her clients, providing a safe space to process challenges and offer insight to fuel next steps.

Marissa is currently focused on offering mental health education to all. She is the owner and founder of Simplifying Therapy, which offers several class series to middle school through high school students and adult clients who face various challenges. She firmly believes in the transformative power of psychoeducation, recognizing that by providing individuals with valuable insights and information, it can empower them to navigate life more effectively. Additionally, Marissa serves as the lead creator behind all Simplifying Therapy toolkits, which are designed to offer individuals practical resources and guidance for improving their mental health and well-being. Her dedication to education and resource development underscores her commitment to helping others live healthier and more fulfilling lives.

To further her mission, she currently serves as an executive board member for the Elgin Partnership of Early Learning (EPEL) as well as the YWCA of Elgin. In her free time, Marissa enjoys time with her family, being out in the community continuing her fathers legacy, reading, and being in nature! Marissa attributes some of her deepest healing to nature and being amongst the redwood trees or forests. And she firmly supports the statement, worry less and hike more.