I'm a LMFT with over 10 years experience working with at-risk youth, families and young adults. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns to include; anxiety , depression, life changes, family conflict and parenting issues. I also, have helped clients dealing with physical, emotional and sexual trauma, as well as young adults just starting out in their careers.
I got into counseling because I wanted to help others. I realized at a young age people felt comfortable talking to me about their problems. In life, no one is immune from trials and tribulations. However, I believe every hurdle we overcome makes us that much stronger/ confident. I use both CBT -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Humanistic Therapy with my clients. I use CBT because I believe we can always restructure how we see the world and make changes in our behavior for the better. Also, Humanistic Approach-I’m an Existentialist, because I believe we are human and we make mistakes. Just because we go down one path and it did not work, out, does not mean we cannot turn around and take another path that is more fulfilling/ rewarding. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I am a warm, engaging and compassionate therapist . I do not believe in stigmatizing or labels. If you are seeking therapy you have already taken the first step. Give me the opportunity to support you on this journey.
I look forward to working with you and believe we can truly make progress towards your goals.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Drug and alcohol addiction, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
NC LMFT 2141
FL LMFT MT2379
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Written on Nov 08, 2024 after therapy with Kalisa for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kalisa is caring, compassionate and kind, but will tell me what I need to hear. She has really helped me manage my triggers and is always reminding myself to put myself first and to take care of myself. She's like a therapist, mom and best friend all rolled in to one! I'm so grateful we were matched.
Written on Apr 21, 2023 after therapy with Kalisa for 3 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and adhd
I have had a positive experience with Kalisa . She has been supportive as far as what my needs are. I hope to continue working with her on my concerns and issues
Written on Apr 02, 2021 after therapy with Kalisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and family conflicts
Kalisa is very understanding. She can relate to my issues and offers her expertise to assist. I highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 30, 2020 after therapy with Kalisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kalissa is very good! She understands me and my situation perfectly. She’s able to give me advice, and tell me exactly what I need to hear when I need her the most.
Written on Jul 22, 2020 after therapy with Kalisa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Working with Kalisa has been great thus far. She offers practical and actionable advice which I really respond to, but she's also empathetic and easy to talk with.
Written on Jun 15, 2020 after therapy with Kalisa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue