As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, with a compassionate and nuanced approach. I have extensive expertise in helping clients work through social anxiety, mood disorders, grief, and midlife challenges.
My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I am particularly attuned to the unique needs of older adults and those experiencing isolation, loneliness, and existential concerns.
Drawing from years of clinical experience, I offer evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's individual journey. My goal is to help you build resilience, understand your emotional patterns, and cultivate a sense of purpose and well-being. I approach each therapeutic relationship with deep respect, empathy, and a commitment to your healing process.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Co-morbidity, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic violence, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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She has helped me a lot.
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Love her. Very friendly!
Written on Jun 18, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ms. Smith often helps me by reminding me of things I should remember, but lose track of. She helps me by returning my focus to where it should be, as well as seeing things from another perspective. She is at least part critic, coach, and cheerleader.
Written on May 29, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
After years of cycling through therapists with BetterHelp, I finally found Lisa. I’ve brought some tough life challenges to the plate and still, I always feel heard, seen, and valued after each session. If you are dealing with stress on many levels and it all feels like too much, Lisa can help guide you to a more peaceful and healthy mindset.
Written on Apr 21, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have enjoyed working with Lisa. She is very knowledgeable and understanding. She is one of the easiest people to talk to. :)
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Lisa is a very kind and caring person that is very easy to talk to. She is helping me to make a lot of progress.
Written on Feb 03, 2025 after therapy with Lisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem