Lisa Warden

Lisa Warden is a licensed social worker who brings 16 years of clinical experience to her practice. She emphasizes the connection between body and mind, drawing on earlier work as a massage therapist to inform a practical, whole-person outlook. Lisa focuses on helping people move out of survival mode and into fuller lives.

Her work often centers on recovery from trauma and addictions, and on personality-related struggles that keep people stuck. She helps people build skills to manage anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship concerns. She also supports those dealing with grief, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and challenges related to attention and mood.

Lisa’s approach is warm and flexible. She aims to meet each person where they are and uses approachable language rather than jargon. Humor is part of her style when appropriate, and she blends listening with practical skill teaching to help people accomplish their goals.

Clients can expect collaborative sessions that move at a realistic pace. Lisa uses elements from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, existential ideas, and EMDR where helpful to address trauma and intense emotional patterns. She focuses on clear steps people can take between sessions to make daily life more manageable.

Based in Michigan, Lisa works with adults facing a broad range of concerns, including stress, addictions, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. She welcomes conversations about goals and next steps for therapy.

How Lisa Uses Therapy Methods Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects feelings, and helps people find their own answers; this approach is helpful for improving self-understanding and confidence.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior. It teaches practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and develop new habits, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It includes distress tolerance and emotional regulation techniques that many people find useful when feelings feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and situation. That means trying techniques, adjusting as needed, and building a plan together rather than applying a single fixed method.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins during a break, and let people choose a setting that feels calmer and less rushed. Because specific session formats are not detailed here, confirm the available online options when you book. A brief questionnaire and scheduling step will help match you with the best way to meet.