Clarissa Sanabria, BA, MA Candidate in Marriage and Family Therapy
Clinical Intern
Clarissa has a background in mental health, having worked for a non-profit behavioral health agency. Her decision to pursue Marriage and Family Therapy at Colorado Christian University comes from a deep desire and commitment to help individuals, couples, and families in need. From a young age, she has worked with families and teens through volunteer work in various church organizations. Those experiences have fueled her passion for this field. More recently, she has assisted many couples using the Gottman therapy method, supporting them through conflict management and giving them the tools to build strong, healthy relationships.
My main theoretical focus is Family Systems, but I also draw upon Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. For couples, Gottman therapy is my main therapeutic approach, while also looking to incorporate pieces of EFT. I believe that you are the expert of your life experiences, and I am simply a collaborator in your healing process. My hope is to work with individuals, families, couples, and Spanish speakers who are seeking therapy. Always remember, healing is a journey, and it is one I am honored to walk alongside you in.