Lisa Franz

Lisa Franz is a knowledgeable therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker whose practice primarily focuses on individuals, adolescents, and family systems navigating challenging experiences. She excels in guiding those in search of stability and balance, encouraging clients to establish a safe and vulnerable therapeutic alliance. Once this foundation is built, Lisa engages clients interactively, facilitating a deeper understanding of their challenges, developing essential skills, and promoting self-awareness and self-acceptance. With thirty years of clinical experience and certifications in ACSW and School Social Work, Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. Her academic journey culminated in a Master's Degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1993, after which she began her career as a crisis strategist and interventionist for adolescents and families grappling with ongoing emotional and behavioral difficulties. Lisa’s experience spans public school systems and therapeutic day schools, where she has provided crisis intervention, individual counseling, group counseling, marriage and family therapy, and outward bound therapy. Additionally, she has contributed to the field by writing articles, presenting at engagements, and supervising Master’s level students, further establishing her dedication to the growth and well-being of her clients.