- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- English Spanish ASL
About Lisa
Lisa Encinas is a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, depression, and major life changes. Lisa speaks English, Spanish, and American Sign Language and is based in California.
She focuses on helping people notice how old family patterns and expectations influence their current choices and relationships. Lisa also addresses issues such as abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems, and feelings of emptiness. She brings direct, practical conversation to these topics so clients can see what feels different in day-to-day life.
In sessions she aims to make it easier to name what is happening and try new ways of responding. Conversations tend to look like clear goal-setting, examining recurring patterns, and practicing concrete skills for handling stress and conflict. Lisa uses everyday language so the work feels straightforward and manageable between appointments.
Her experience includes supporting people affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, and hearing impairment. She helps those coping with divorce or separation and the complicated feelings that follow. People who want to address family of origin issues or improve how they relate to others may find this approach relevant.
To begin, Lisa asks clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Lisa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Cognitive-style approaches help people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try different responses, which can reduce anxiety and depressive thinking. Behavioral strategies include small, doable experiments and skill practice to manage stress and improve communication in relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lisa will discuss options with each client and help decide together which methods match the client's goals, needs, and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can shift as progress is made.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since the original biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins when days are tight. When scheduling, consider which session length and setup will best fit routines and energy levels.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include family of origin issues, body image, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Lisa uses direct, practical conversation with clear goal-setting and skill practice. Sessions emphasize noticing patterns and trying concrete ways to respond differently.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience as an LMFT in California. That experience includes work with people affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, and domestic violence.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a California LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and is based in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and billed?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location. Confirm current fee details when you complete the matching steps.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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