Lisa Padilla is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with seven years of experience in the field of social services. Known for her empathic, empowering, and straightforward counseling style, she believes that clients are the experts in their own lives. Lisa’s approach is marked by respect and motivation, using a blend of evidence-based interventions tailored to the individual needs of her clients. She is trained in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Psycho-Dynamic, and Solution Focused Behavioral Therapy (SFBT). Lisa’s career began with crisis intervention for domestic violence survivors, providing ongoing counseling and facilitating psycho-educational groups aimed at self-help and parenting. Additionally, she holds certifications in substance use disorders as ASAM and MFLC. Her experience extends to working with the LGBTQ+ community, fostering an environment of knowledge exchange between therapist and client. Understanding that reaching out for help can be the most challenging yet crucial step, Lisa is grateful for the opportunity to accompany her clients on their journey toward a healthier and happier future. She looks forward to the possibility of meeting and working with new clients.