Hi, I’m Lisa Marie, and I’m so glad you’re here. It takes tremendous courage to seek support for a personal matter, and I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my practice.
I am a licensed psychotherapist in private practice with over 15-years of professional experience working with teens and adults across many settings. I specialize in developmental and complex trauma, anxiety disorders, process addictions, disordered-eating behaviors, and relational and attachment issues. Through a trauma-informed, cross-cultural perspective, I creatively integrate somatic and experiential therapies, mindfulness principles, and holistic practices to create a balanced, whole-person approach to healing and personal growth.
My therapeutic style is collaborative and dynamic, emphasizing the intimate relationship between the human body and psychological wellbeing. Learning to listen and trust our body’s innate wisdom is an effective strategy for building self-trust and self-worth, two critical components of a healthy relationship with our authentic-Self. I encourage clients to use body-centered exercises, visualization, and artistic expression to find their voice and reconceptualize their fears with a more direct approach.
Emotional safety is paramount when helping clients process their trauma, work through complex emotions, and address maladaptive behaviors. With compassionate intention, I hold space for clients to be vulnerable and share their sacred stories. As a transformational alchemist, I help clients transcend their limiting beliefs by exploring creative ways to utilize their unique strengths to foster personal growth and success.
It would be my pleasure to join you on your journey towards emotional health and wellness.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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I have been working with Lisa for years at this point, and she is a fantastic counselor. Not only is she well versed in knowledge and supportive, but also she challenges me and my maladaptive patterns. Thanks to her support, all aspects of my life have improved. She helped me recognized my own potential and strengths. I highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 13, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
Lisa was really helpful in my BetterHelp journey. She's a great listener and does a great job of understanding the perspective of her clients and providing helpful methods and support. I'd definitely recommend working with Lisa.
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Lisa for 4 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Lisa has been skillful in helping me dig below the surface and gives tools that I can take away from the sessions.
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coaching, and adhd
Lisa educates as well as listens along the way. I appreciate her ability to allow me to come to my own conclusions. She has provided me with various tools and education to better manage the life obstacles I’ve been juggling lately. I highly recommend. I may need to take a break from Better Help financially and hope I have an option to choose her as my therapist when I return.
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lisa has been very supportive and I’m very satisfied with the therapy she provide.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Lisa for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dr.Drew is a great therapist, she really takes her time to listen to you. I like that she’s very patient and understanding. My sessions with her feel care free and non judgemental. I feel like I can be myself. It’s nice to meet someone that is true to her profession and herself. She really is a kind and compassionate person. Dr. Drew has helped me tremendously in my growth and continues to guide me. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Sep 14, 2021 after therapy with Lisa for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes