- ABOUT OUR FOUNDER -
Marisa Metcalf, CAP, CMHP, LMT, and Life Coach, is the heart behind Grace Life Development Center, LLC, where she offers life coaching and integrative wellness programs crafted with care for both men and women. Marisa brings a unique combination of warmth, expertise, and 25 years of experience in the criminal justice field. In 2020, Marisa retired after 20 years of service as a Senior Federal Probation Officer, Treatment Specialist, specializing in substance abuse and mental health. Prior to her work in the federal system, Marisa served as Correctional Probation Officer for the State of Florida. For the past 14 years, she has successfully operated her coaching and wellness practice, and she also brings 8 years of experience in the alternative medicine field. Marisa’s professional credentials and qualifications include:
- Master of Social Work (MSW) - In Progress
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology & Sociology
- Florida Certified Addictions Professional (CAP)
- Florida Certified Mental Health Professional (CMHP)
- Florida Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), MA102233
- Certification in Trauma-Informed Massage Therapy
- Certification in Career & Leadership Development
Marisa has extensive certifications and training in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Coaching. Her unwavering passion for personal and professional growth has led her to pursue a Master of Social Work degree at Florida Atlantic University, where she is currently an MSW student in her second year of studies.
Marisa’s approach is rooted in compassion and a holistic understanding of wellness. Her mission is to guide each client on their unique journey toward healing and growth with expertise and genuine care.
-A MESSAGE FOR YOU-
Welcome, and Thank You for Being Here! I am so grateful you’ve taken the time to stop by. Through my personal journey, professional experience, education, and training, I have gained a deep understanding of how our past experiences, trauma, unhealthy patterns, and choices shape the course of our lives. As a licensed massage therapist, I also recognize how profoundly the body and nervous system influence our overall well-being. I believe the body keeps score. Emotions like stress, anger, fear, resentment, and unforgiveness can leave us stuck in a fight, flight, or freeze response, keeping the sympathetic nervous system in overdrive. When left unresolved, this can take a toll on both our mental and physical health. I know this because I’ve been there myself. My own search for healing led me on a path of learning, self-discovery, faith, and growth. Now, as someone who’s walked this path, I am excited to share my knowledge and guide you on your journey.
My coaching and wellness program takes a holistic approach to emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Together, we will work toward your goals, support healing, and restore balance and peace in your life. By partnering with me, you will receive guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to transform your life and uncover purpose, freedom, and joy within a healthy, vibrant body.
It is truly an honor to be a part of your journey. I am deeply committed to understanding your unique needs and walking alongside you as you create a life of wellness and fulfillment. I look forward to meeting you and starting this transformative journey together.
With gratitude, Marisa
Romans 12:2