Therapist profile
Lisa Valiente, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship Support
Continue with LisaWhere Lisa stands
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Illinois / 149019858
- NPI
- 1740781889
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
About
- Codependency themes
- CBT and DBT methods
- Family of origin work
About Lisa
Lisa Valiente is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with seven years of professional experience. She works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Lisa also pays attention to codependency and family of origin issues when those themes come up in sessions.
Lisa uses a mix of practical, conversation-based methods to help clients make small, useful changes. She draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on what matters to the person in front of her. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and DBT skills for managing strong emotions.
In a session Lisa listens for the patterns that keep someone stuck. She helps people notice how guilt, shame, or trying to please others can get in the way of their goals. She will talk through concrete steps to set boundaries, reduce anxiety, and increase self-respect over time.
Her work also looks at family of origin influences when those histories shape current behavior. Psychodynamic ideas are used to trace recurring relationship patterns back to earlier experiences, so clients can decide what to keep and what to change.
People can expect direct, steady conversation focused on practical shifts. Lisa will work with each client to choose approaches that fit their situation and goals. To begin, clients follow the site process to match and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on what matters to the client and uses listening and reflection to guide each session. It helps people clarify goals and make decisions that feel right for them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and replacing them with more helpful habits; this is useful for anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers specific skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal boundaries, which can be helpful when codependency or strong guilt and shame are present.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Lisa will collaborate with each client to decide which approaches fit their needs and goals. That means checking in about what feels useful and adjusting plans over time so sessions stay practical and relevant.
Formats for sessions were not listed in the biography, so confirm the available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, such as shortening a check-in when time is tight or avoiding travel on a busy day. Working remotely also lets people maintain continuity when schedules change. Ask about specific session options during the matching and scheduling steps so you know how therapy will fit into your routine.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include codependency, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered conversation with CBT and DBT skills. Sessions emphasize practical steps and emotional regulation.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as an LCSW working with these concerns. That background informs her blend of approaches.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois. Her practice is based in Illinois.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients. Work is offered to people located where her Illinois licensure applies.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. The matching process will clarify how sessions are conducted.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That will connect you to the sign-up and scheduling steps.
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