LaRissa has been a big and wonderful part of my business journey. A few years ago, she aided me in seeing my worth so I could get myself out of a toxic salon environment. I was lucky enough to come under her guidance and flourish and grow in the beautiful salon space that she created. She is always encouraging me to dream big in my business and is so supportive of my growth as both a stylist and a person.

~ Katie Huffman | @katiehuffmanhair

In a world where women face so many pressures from all sides, LaRissa was the one who really supported and guided me in finding my why & vibe for Arabella Boutique. I felt stuck and just wasn’t sure on what the future held for me and where I wanted to go with my shop. Her encouragement and direction really has helped me take the shop to the next level, being able to set myself apart from the other shops in town. The best part about this female biz partnership is that I’ve gained a genuine friend out of it and one I know I can lean on when it comes to the ups and downs of being a small business owner.

~ Jodie Schmidt | @arabellabreck

LaRissa is Hands-Down my FAVORITE person to consult with & learn from about not only Color Theory, Color/Blonding Techniques and patterns, Business tactics, antics and ideas all stimulated around Growth as a stylist and business owner; but also about Life and Boundaries and being a Good Human with Balance.

Almost 8 years I’ve known and been close with LaRissa and I can tell you that she is Woman of her Word. She stands by her beliefs and is open to lend her ear to others as they articulate theirs. She never ceases to amaze me and has consistently taught me more than any of my peers. Her skill set is invaluable.

~ Sadie Gray | @sadiejcre8s

LaRissa Marie, has been a solid source of spiritual and emotional guidance since we met back many moons ago. She has taught me so much about Spirit connection, seeing the power of trusting the Guide within, to the light that is in all of us and how it effects the energy around us.

She showed me that if you want something you have to take action to get it. What the value of good counsel means and looks like. How to dig out my deepest desires and envision it into reality with practical steps. Her consistency, self discipline and ability to set realistic goals is inspiring.

~ Diana Lugo | Project Manager

LaRissa embodies the idea of beauty inside and out — both with her own shining light and her ability to bring out beauty in others. In LaRissa, I found a kindred spirit. She’s become a trusted confidant and advisor and has helped me define womanhood by my own standards, not society’s. I’ve consulted with her on all my truths, from the challenges of running a small business and toiling with tough decisions like when to forge a new path entirely, to my hopes and dreams for a fulfilling life. LaRissa asks the right questions and pushes you to search for answers within, all while providing nonjudgemental guidance and clarity.

~ Celia Alicata, Brighter Good Consulting

LaRissa is my spiritual business advisor, trusted colleague and friend. She is who I turn to when I come to a crossroads with my spirituality and the demands of a worldly entrepreneurial life. When things have felt out of alignment, too icky for my spirit, when I need a zoomed out point of view or when I've wanted to quit, yell or cry, LaRissa is the one that I have turned to, for years. She's someone that I can count on, that's reliable, that really cares and is deeply connected to Spirit. I trust her and I would recommend her to any spiritual person seeking counsel on their business and the twists and turns that this lifestyle brings with it.

~ Juanita Chase De Lamont | @PauseAnywhere