Lisa - Calming Waters LCSW PLLC (she/her)

Everyone experiences different levels of anxiety. I use a person centered approach to treatment and we will work together to identify your triggers for your anxiety. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, which will be tailored to your specific circumstance. We will work together to significantly reduce your anxiety.

There is much shame and guilt associated with domestic violence. I work with survivors of domestic violence, to help them through the healing process to reidentify who they were before the relationship, identify boundaries with others, rebuild self esteem, and confidence in self. I use person centered care, as each person's journey is unique and we will address the last effects of domestic violence including the lasting emotional and psychological effects after leaving an abusive partner.

CBT is a form of psychotherapy and is an evidence based practice modality which can assist clients with a variety of afflictions. CBT has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of issues including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, and severe mental illness. I have found much success in utilizing CBT in my practice, and the client is able to identify the change within themselves.

DBT is an approach to therapy to help a client deal with difficult emotions. It is used to assist client with BPD, self-harm, depression and substance use disorders. We will work together, if this is the best modality to fit your needs, on mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness and emotional regulation skills. I have utilized this approach with clients who have a more specific need in therapy and we focus developing certain skills.

In person-centered treatment, you are the expert on YOU! I will be your guide to assist you to recognize and identify aspects of your life you may not be aware of and to help facilitate your goals in treatment. I am authentic and will be open and integrated with your desired outcomes during our sessions. I will accept you where you are and we will work together to achieve your objectives within therapy.

Depression can be overcome by learning skills to identify and change negative thought patterns, behaviors, and emotional triggers. Through techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) you will learn to manage stress, improve relationships, and build coping strategies, often resulting in long-term symptom relief and reduced risk of relapse.