Lisa received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy from Berklee College of Music in Boston graduating Magna Cum Laude. She received her Masters Degree from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Community Counseling. Lisa is also a certified clinical trauma professional through the International Association of Trauma professionals.Lisa believes in the importance of listening and hearing clients and their needs. Lisa’s practice is focused on creating an environment with openness and reflective listening that allows clients to explore their issues. Lisa is trained in helping individuals deal with various types of trauma that they have suffered from. Additionally, Lisa specializes in working with adults on other issues such as;

• Mood Disorders such as Anxiety and Depression

• PTSD

• Grief/Loss

• Divorce/Marital Issues

• Anger Issues

• Stress Management

Lisa also focuses on the nuances of working with children and adolescents and the struggles they may encounter through their development.

Some Areas of Speciality with children and adolescents include:

• Dealing with and managing Stress

• Autism Spectrum Disorders /ADHD

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Self-Esteem

• Bullying

• Grief and Loss associated with Divorce and Separation of Families

 Additionally, Lisa is aboard certified music therapist who incorporates music into her work with children and teens. Children and teens relate to their world through music which allows them a freeing space to explore and process complicated issues on their lives. Music therapy can be used to promote wellness, manage stress, and express feelings. Music therapy could be a live music making process or can involve using recorded music.  Music therapy is utilized per the clients preferences and comfort level.

Also,  not just for children and teens, but music can be a powerful modality for adults struggling with grief and loss, as an instructional tool for self-relaxation techniques and to combat stress and anxiety.

Lisa is passionate and committed to enhancing the lives of the clients and their families.