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Hello, my name is Lisa May. First thing to know about me is I am a very down to earth but a professional counselor and will take your issue serious. I have been working in and around the field of therapy since 2002 and before that I worked in Social Work since 1996. I am originally from Kentucky where I had my own private practice for a couple of years before moving to Tennessee. I have worked with a variety of different issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction just to name a few, however those are the issues I feel I work best with and have the most experience with. I love what I do and will probably do this until I retire. I enjoy becoming part of a person's journey to healing and watch as they grow into a brighter and better future for themselves and their loved ones. If you are interested in knowing more about me please click on my name above your message. I look forward to working with you.
Professional experience
18yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic Stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Lisa May. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Excellent help--not pushy but a very good listener & then good suggestions for direction. Followup was excellent
Written on Sep 10, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 4 months on issues concerning depression
Lisa May asks good questions and is an even better listener. She also has great advice.
Written on Aug 29, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
I feel listening to, supported and encouraged by my weekly sessions with Lisa May ♡
Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Lisa is very kind and knowledgeable. She really understands and helps move you forward.
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Wonderful listener and a great sounding board.
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lisa is so understanding and such a great therapist. I am really glad I have her to talk to.
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and coaching
Lisa is the best. I have had other therapists over the years but Lisa and I connect. She understands me and actually cares about my issues. Offers guidance suggestions and support.
Written on Apr 14, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Lisa has been amazing working with me through some tough anxiety and trauma issues. She is down-to-earth, friendly, caring, and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her for your needs to get you to that better place, to reach your mental health goals, and more.
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
She was great to talk to.
Written on Feb 05, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is very understanding and wants to help me so I would recommend her to people
Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Absolutely amazing and such a sweet person. Cares alot for her patients! Recommend <3
Written on Jan 05, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
I have spent several sessions working on building boundaries with my Mom. Lisa May is a wonderful listener and offers sound advice!
Written on Dec 02, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 3 months on issues concerning eating disorders
Lisa brings fresh insight to my concerns and problems that helps me deal with the issues. She has helped me have tools to deal with those life issues that never seem to go away.
Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and career difficulties
Lisa May was very good at listening and giving me great insight into my own feelings. I look forward to our next session. She has already been a big help to a emotionally exhausting issue.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Lisa was a great listener and made me feel heard. She was very encouraging and truly made be feel valued as a person.
Written on Apr 09, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Lisa May is very pleasant to meet and easy to talk to. A very good listener
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
She is there as a friendly check in while not being overbearing which I greatly appreciate. I only need gentle check ins and tools to keep things from spiraling. Highly recommend Lisa May!
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Listen was great to work with.
Written on Feb 06, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, coping with life changes, career difficulties, and grief
Lisa is very helpful and is always willing to make time for me. She provides a lot of insight on my personal problems and relationships with other people. In the couple months I’ve worked with her, I’ve seen a growth in myself I hadn’t seen previously.
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She listens and gives me ideas
Written on Dec 05, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and coping with life changes
Lisa is a great listener I’m glad I found her.
Written on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ive only had 2 sessions so far so I can't say too much, but they have been positive up to this point and i wish to continue to see her.
Written on Oct 17, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Lisa May has been very helpful. She's helped me draw some connections that were enlightening and given me concrete strategies to manage my anxiety. She is caring and respectful.
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Mrs. Lisa gets down to earth with me. She listens and provides her input.. she realizes how hard my situation is.. she wants what is best for me.. even if that is hard for me to accept at this time.. I would recommend her to any of my friends if they are in need!
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Lisa is warm and very easy to talk to. I could not be more pleased right now
Written on Sep 09, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Lisa is fantastic! She has been very helpful!
Written on Sep 07, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting issues
So good to meet my counselor Lisa. She’s really sweet and doesn’t talk down to me or speak in a way that I wouldn’t understand. So hopeful for making strides in my journey to be okie dokie in my own skin!! Thankful for Lisa and ready to live happier than now!!!
Written on Jul 05, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Lisa is a great therapist. She listens and provides tools to help deal with issues you are having. She has already really helped me work through anxiety issues
Written on Jun 07, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Lisa was good at talking me through things and giving advice in a very understanding and knowledgeable way.
Written on May 30, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and compassion fatigue
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