Associate Therapist
Lisa uses a personable, empathic, and down-to-earth approach to create safety and comfort in the therapeutic setting. Lisa believes that with unconditional support, a person can thrive. In her experience working in the community with children, adolescents, and families, Lisa’s expertise and passion lies in exploring each person’s unique strengths. Using tenets of mindfulness, art, and play therapy and by creating a warm therapeutic environment, individuals can feel comfortable to express themselves and create positive change.
Licensing & Education
- Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #102892
- Supervised by Ashley Youngblood, LMFT #56117
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Santa Clara University
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of California, Santa Cruz
- Positive Discipline Parent Educator
Clinical Experience
- Associate Marriage & Family Therapist TherapyWorks
- Mental Health Specialist / Social-Emotional Counselor San Lorenzo Middle School, SLV Unified School District
- Associate Marriage & Family Therapist / Youth Grief Support Counselor Hospice of Santa Cruz County
- Grief Counselor Camp Erin Santa Cruz (Moyer Foundation)
- Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator
Areas of Specialization & Advanced Training
- Children, Teens, and Families
- Grief and Loss
- At-Risk and Foster youth
- Positive Psychology
- Mindfulness / Health Psychology
- Play Therapy
- Art Therapy
Associations & Memberships
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
- Santa Cruz County chapter of CAMFT
On a Personal Note
Lisa values living intentionally, being able to truly help people, and the importance of a sense of community. In her spare time, Lisa enjoys being in nature, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.