Mandy Maressa-Yamamoto, LCSW
Hi, I’m Mandy…
I might have some insight into what led you here, not just because I’ve studied it, but because I’ve lived it.
I know what it’s like to read the room, predict moods, and confuse success with self-worth. I’ve experienced the frustration and heartbreak of searching for your “person,” the exhaustion of people-pleasing, and the burnout that comes from always putting others first. I’ve weathered deep grief — the kind that comes from losing a parent, facing infertility, or feeling the ache of family disconnection.
But, I also know what it’s like to come out the other side feeling more whole, more like the real me. As a therapist, my approach blends clinical training, lived experience, and a healthy dose of humor. I show up as my full self, and I invite you to do the same.
Therapy with me isn’t about pretending things are fine or aiming for perfection. It’s about making space for your authentic self — the part of you that got hidden somewhere along the way. I won’t profess to have all the answers, but I promise to stay curious and committed to helping you feel more connected, grounded, and truly you.
If that resonates, I’d be honored to be part of your healing journey.
My Credentials
Certifications:
Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional – CSTIP
Certified Parts and Memory Therapist – P&MT
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional - CCATP
Trainings:
Polyvagal Theory / Somatic Healing
Internal Family Systems - IFS
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Pittsburgh
Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University.
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