I have been Licensed in California as a Clinical Social Worker since 2009 and I am also licensed in Oregon and Hawaii offering telehealth sessions.  

I offer in-person sessions in San Diego, CA. 

 

I am a Certified EMDR therapist and well versed in multiple modalities of therapy. I utilize the skills and techniques I have learned from various methods of therapy over the years to help you achieve your goals. It is my practice, to encourage each client to discover their own inner resources and strengths while gaining personal empowerment. Whether you seek recovery from trauma, depression, or anxiety, I will provide you with the tools and skills to enhance your self-esteem, develop relationships and establish healthy boundaries and communication. As you learn to cope with life transitions and changes, we will incorporate mindfulness-based techniques, and challenge maladaptive thoughts and beliefs by approaching solutions to engage stressful situations, you will reduce emotional suffering.

 

Harnessing Strength was the name of my doctoral dissertation and an idea I developed to improve resources for people struggling to access mental health care. Bringing this idea to life has allowed me to live my life according to what is important to me and is in alignment with my values and goals.  While on your journey, I will help you develop increased awareness and acceptance while developing a plan to allow you to live life in alignment with what is most important to you in order to help you achieve your goals. 

I look forward to working with you. 

 

Lisa