Lisa Warden , LMSW, LCSW

Lisa Warden is a licensed social worker who brings a practical, compassionate approach to therapy. She holds the credentials LMSW and LCSW, which stand for Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and reflects a commitment to skilled clinical practice.

Before finishing college she worked as a massage therapist, an experience that shaped her appreciation for the mind-body connection and how physical awareness can support emotional healing. Much of her clinical work has focused on supporting people in recovery from trauma, addictions, and personality-related challenges, helping clients move from survival modes toward fuller engagement with life.

She finds it energizing to witness individuals who have endured significant hardship begin to thrive and discover possibilities they once thought out of reach. Her style is warm and flexible, often incorporating humor when appropriate, and she prioritizes meeting clients where they are. Lisa blends encouragement with practical skill-building to help clients reach their goals, and she approaches each therapeutic relationship with respect and a focus on strengths.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and healing

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client’s own experience and supports self-directed growth by creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space to explore concerns and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, often used with clients recovering from traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lisa collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences. This collaborative process may involve trying techniques from different approaches and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people engage in treatment - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy lives or reach licensed professionals who may not be nearby. These options allow therapists to provide consistent support and practical interventions while accommodating varied schedules and communication styles.