Lisa Virrueta, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Lisa!

I'm excited you're taking this step in seeking the care you deserve. Allowing someone new into the innermost parts of your world can be overwhelming, but I'm here to guide you through that process and help you feel safe and supported along the way.

My focus

Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, stress, burnout, guilt or shame? Are you feeling disconnected from your relationships, career, values and passion? I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, irrational fears, self-esteem issues and those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences.

My approach

I utilize a strength-based and person-centered approach. My attachment-focused therapeutic approach supports you in feeling safe to express your innermost thoughts, feelings and experiences. You can expect compassion, warmth, empathy and honesty from me. Therapy can also be fun—I have a playful nature and love using humor.

My communication style

I communicate with warmth, empathy, humility and truth. Psychological safety and emotional connection are at the forefront of every conversation we have together. I believe relationships in themselves can be healing, so I'll work on building and strengthening our therapeutic relationship.

My journey to mental healthcare

From a very young age, I knew I wanted to be in a helping profession. I learned that some of my biggest strengths were building connections and practicing empathy. I find it an honor to sit with someone in some of the hardest times in their lives and show them they do not have to be alone within their struggles.

My goals for you

You and I will be in a partnership throughout your journey. We will collaborate, but you will ultimately decide what goals you want to work on. As you gain insight and understanding, we can adapt and modify your treatment goals to fine tune what you want to get from your therapeutic experience.

Our first session

Our first session will be spent getting to know one another, so I can better understand your needs and how I can help you. We will discuss your background and what has motivated you to participate in therapy. I will answer any questions you may have to support you to feel prepared for the process ahead.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 6 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 54 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Chico.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Lisa Virrueta