Lisa Marston LICSW/LCSW-C

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Multicultural, Trauma-Informed Therapy for Individuals and Couples

Clinical Social Worker in District of Columbia

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

Many of my clients come to me for support with: Anxiety, stress, and burnout Relationship difficulties Perfectionism and Shame

My Background and Approach

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating the challenges of ADHD, or struggling with relationship or parenting stress? Maybe past trauma still affects how you move through the world. You don’t have to face these experiences alone. I provide a warm, inclusive, and judgment-free space where you can safely explore your thoughts and emotions. My practice is rooted in cultural sensitivity, and I welcome individuals and couples from all backgrounds and identities. For individual therapy, I use Internal Family Systems (IFS)—a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach that helps you better understand the parts of yourself impacted by shame, anxiety, trauma, or neurodivergence. For couples, I offer Imago Relationship Therapy, which promotes conscious communication and healing relational patterns to build deeper emotional safety and connection. Whether you're working through long-held pain or seeking to improve daily functioning, I tailor our work to your goals and strengths.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

As someone with a multicultural background (American father, Japanese mother), I deeply value the unique perspectives that come from diverse experiences. This has shaped my belief that healing happens when we honor all parts of ourselves and embrace a holistic approach to well-being. I'm passionate about trauma-informed, strengths-based therapy that empowers clients to find their own inner wisdom and balance. I believe everyone has an innate capacity for healing and wholeness.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Imago Relationship Therapy Internal Family Systems

Issues I Treat

Specialties

ADHD Therapists Anxiety Relationship Issues

Client Focus

Languages
日本語

Qualifications

License
LICSW/LCSW-C, State of District of Columbia · #LC200001660
Years in practice
8 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Out of Network
  • Aetna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Christianity

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: 日本語

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