ABOUT
Marisa Metcalf, CAP, CMHP, LMT, Life Coach, is the founder of Grace Life Development Center, LLC, offering life coaching and integrative wellness programs for men and women. Marisa is a multifaceted individual who brings 25 years of experience in the criminal justice field, specifically working with the federal and state criminal courts, and specializing in substance abuse and mental health. She has owned her coaching and wellness practice for the past 13 years, and has 8 years experience in the alternative medicine field. Marisa's credentials include:
- Masters of Social Work (In Progress)
- Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology & Sociology
- Florida Certified Addictions Professional Counselor (CAP)
- Florida Certified Mental Health Professional (CMHP)
- Florida Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), MA102233
- Certified in Trauma-Informed Massage Therapy
- Certified in Career & Leadership Development
Marisa also has various certifications and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Coaching. Because of her passion for personal & professional development, Marisa is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Social Work at Florida Atlantic University, and is an MSW Intern in her second year of studies.
A MESSAGE FOR YOU
Welcome, and thank you for stopping in! Through my own personal journey, professional experience, education, and training, I understand the psychology of addictions and mental health and how our past personal experiences, trauma, unhealthy patterns and behaviors, and the choices we make all affect the outcome of our lives. As a licensed massage therapist, I understand the anatomy and physiology of the body and how the nervous system plays a vital role in our well-being. I do believe the body keeps score, and trauma and emotions (stress, anger, fear, resentment, unforgiveness, etc.) can keep our sympathetic nervous system in hyperactivity or a flight, fight, or freeze response to protect itself from real or perceived threat, negatively impacting our physical and mental health if left unresolved. I know because I have been there, too, seeking answers to life's questions, which led me on my path of learning, self-discovery, faith, and healing. This student has become the teacher, and I am so excited to share and teach you everything I know!
I have devised a coaching and wellness program to address mental, physical, and spiritual health to attain your life's goals, promote healing, and restore peace and well-being. I am dedicated to guiding, educating, encouraging, and championing clients to ascend on their journey with resilience for optimal personal growth and transformation in a healthy body and discover purpose, transformation, freedom, and joy in their lives.
Working with you and entrusting me to be part of your journey of self-discovery and healing is my honor and privilege. I look forward to meeting you soon!
With gratitude, Marisa
Romans 12:2