- Client-centered care
- Practical CBT tools
- 24 years experience
About Lisa
Her approach centers on listening without judgment. She creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be named and explored. That steady, client-centered stance guides how she works with each person.
Lisa also uses practical strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. Those skills are used alongside empathic listening to address problems like panic, mood shifts, and social anxiety.
People come to Lisa for a wide range of concerns. In addition to core areas like trauma and grief, she supports those dealing with caregiver stress, workplace strain, life purpose questions, and divorce and separation. She also works with issues such as Seasonal Affective Disorder, first responder stress, and difficulties with communication.
Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps you can try between meetings. Lisa aims to empower people to make changes that fit their lives, whether that means reducing panic attacks, improving coping after loss, or finding clearer ways to talk with others.
License and NPI on record
- LCSW
- Illinois · 149009437
- NPI
- 1346323730
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
How her approaches support online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person where they are. The therapist listens closely, reflects feelings, and helps clients find their own answers. This approach can be helpful for people coping with grief, isolation, or relationship shifts.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers clear strategies to reduce panic, manage mood symptoms, or change unhelpful thinking patterns. CBT often includes small exercises to try between sessions to build new habits.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and recommend a mix of listening and skill work that fits their needs. That process is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Many people find online options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, shorten travel time, and allow more flexible scheduling. Online sessions can also make brief check-ins or focused skill practice easier to arrange around work, caregiving, or other daily demands.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lisa address?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on listening and collaboration. She pairs empathic support with practical exercises to try between sessions.
How much experience does she bring?
Lisa has 24 years of professional work experience in mental health. That background informs how she guides people through stress, trauma, and life transitions.
What credentials and region does she have?
She holds an LCSW, licensed in Illinois, and practices in that state.
In which languages are sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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