Lisa Friedman, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Lisa!

My goal is to provide a safe environment for clients to feel heard. I assist clients in recognizing thought patterns that may be keeping them "stuck" and unable to regulate their own self-worth.

My focus

If you are feeling unheard and unappreciated, I can work with you as a collaborative teacher, using structured learning experiences to assist in recognizing how negative thoughts can affect your mood and behavior.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist clients in modifying their own dysfunctional thought patterns. Once a client can understand the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, they are able to modify or change the patterns of thinking and move towards a positive trajectory.

My communication style

Through active listening and supportive reflection, I can assist clients in obtaining coping skills, and increase their overall pleasure in daily living.

My journey to mental healthcare

I hold advanced degrees in Music, Music Therapy, Psychology and Organizational Behavior. I became interested in becoming a provider when my daughter was diagnosed as neuro-diverse, and I began working with neuro-diverse clients in music therapy. As a cancer survivor myself, I wanted to help others explore and endure traumatic experiences.

My goals for you

Clients will learn to recognize negative thought patterns, evaluate their validity, and replace them with healthier ways of thinking.

Our first session

Our first session will be for you to set goals, and be an active participant in your own treatment plan. Your treatment plan may change in the course of therapy, as we build rapport, explore your emotions, and you gain insight into your own feelings. I will work with you as a collaborator in your own treatment plan.

I identify as...

Female
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Jewish

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gottman Method

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Cancer

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Racial Justice

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts/Psychology from Chapman University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Lisa Friedman