Maybe you learned early that emotions were too much. That softness invited criticism. That vulnerability made things worse. And so you coped—by shutting down, staying busy, and silencing the ache inside.
But unacknowledged pain doesn’t disappear—it transforms. It becomes fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, tension, disconnection. It gets stored in the body and passed through generations. What we don’t process emotionally, we often carry physically—and unknowingly teach our daughters to carry too.
—no matter the cost.
we specialize in supporting high-functioning women who are emotionally worn from years of carrying what no one else could see. Women conditioned to tuck their feelings away, minimize their needs, and keep showing up
At Restorative Oasis,
our approach to therapy
group therapy sessions
individual counseling services
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It’s about creating a space to slow down. To feel again. To reconnect with the parts of you that were silenced, shamed, or forgotten. Here, healing is not rushed. It is intentional. Grounded. And it’s entirely possible.
never broken.
You were
“fixing” you.
This isn’t about
Here, therapy begins with presence, not pressure. We slow down and honor the full context of your experience—
family, faith, culture, identity, and intergenerational patterns.
Holistic, Trauma-Informed Therapy That Sees the Whole You
Before becoming a therapist, I began in medicine—driven by a desire to heal. But I quickly realized true healing isn’t just physical—it’s emotional. And emotional pain, when ignored, doesn’t vanish. It lingers in the body, the spirit, the nervous system.
As a Black woman and trauma therapist, I understand the invisible labor of always being composed. Of surviving without ever feeling safe enough to feel.
My work is grounded in evidence-based practices and soul-deep empathy. I don’t just see your symptoms—I listen for the stories they’ve been telling all along. When we work together, I show up as myself: warm, clear, grounded, and fully present.
founder, lpcc
Marisa Rayford
“In the heart of every storm lies an oasis—a sanctuary where healing begins, and renewal thrives."
From there, we’ll begin your therapy journey—meeting regularly (weekly or bi-weekly, depending on what works best for you). Each session builds on the last, giving you steady support, practical tools, and a safe space to grow at your own pace.
Our first full session is 60 minutes. This is your time to share your story—what’s been weighing on you, what you’ve tried, and what you hope to find in therapy. Together, we’ll begin to map out a plan that feels supportive and aligned with
your needs.
We’ll start with a quick 15-minute call, just to get to know each other. You can share what’s been on your mind, ask questions, and get a feel for whether this space feels right for you. No pressure—just a chance to see if it feels like a good fit.
Step 03:
ongoing support
Step 02:
your first session
Step 01.
let's connect
to Healing
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