Marushka Glissen

Marushka Glissen is a clinical social worker and therapist who understands how challenging it can be to feel stuck in life or relationships. Many individuals and couples find themselves yearning for change but struggle to break free from unhelpful patterns that lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair. Marushka is dedicated to helping others reconnect to the joy and safety they once felt in their significant relationships. With 25 years of experience, she expertly guides clients to recognize the dynamics that may be leading them away from fulfillment and toward healthier, more satisfying connections. Believing in the intricate nature of the human psyche, Marushka views clients as having diverse sub-personalities; when these voices take control, it can cloud clarity and hinder authentic relationships. Her background includes co-leading experiential couples workshops in Boston and at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. As an assistant trainer for the Center for Self Leadership, she passionately runs groups for therapists looking to delve into the Internal Family Systems model developed by Richard Schwartz, echoing her commitment to fostering understanding and connection in both her personal and professional life.