- Person-centered approach
- Practical skills focus
- Communication expert
About Lisa
She pairs client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help people change unhelpful thoughts and build coping skills. Motivational interviewing shapes how she supports goal-setting and keeps progress realistic and doable. Dialectical behavior therapy tools are woven in for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when needed.
Lisa has worked beyond traditional therapy roles as an academic coach and advisor, supporting students to succeed in college. She also has experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor helping people with disabilities pursue meaningful work. These roles inform a practical, goal-oriented style in sessions.
Communication skills are a core focus in her work, and she helps people improve how they speak up, set boundaries, and resolve conflict. She also has professional mediation training through the U.S. Department of Justice, which supports facilitated conversations when communication is strained.
Lisa encourages clients to take one small step at a time. She emphasizes collaboration and helps people clarify values and real-life priorities. To begin, visitors complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.