Born in Toronto, Canada, Larissa is an actor best known for her roles on American television and feature films. Larissa displayed a passion for performing in theatre and music by her teenage years. Larissa has a multi-ethnic heritage. As a graduate of York University, she received her B.A. with a major in Sociology, a specialization in Criminology and a minor in Film Studies.

Larissa starred in the popular Lionsgate feature film franchise "SAW VI" and "SAW 3D". She has worked in the feature films: Sony's "Resident Evil 2: Apocalypse", Disney's "Phantom of the Megaplex", Alliance Atlantis' "Zebra Lounge" and Miramax's "Get Over It". Supporting roles in television movies such as the CBS Movie of The Week: "The Crooked E: The Unshredded Truth about Enron", Showtime's "Feast of All Saints", "Rough Air", "Star Trek: Renegades" and "Blackout".