- Depression and mood support
- Practical coping skills
- Trauma-informed care
About Lisa
Lisa Rakusin is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and big life changes. She speaks plainly and focuses on what matters most to each person. Lisa encourages clients to use their own strengths as they work toward clearer thinking and steadier days.
She sees therapy as a collaborative process. Sessions often begin by listening to the client’s story and identifying practical goals. Lisa uses approaches that help people make small, workable changes in daily life and relationships. She aims to make progress feel doable rather than overwhelming.
Her background includes 11 years of professional experience in behavioral health. That time has included work with trauma, grief, and adjustment after major life transitions. Lisa names client strengths and builds on them to help reduce symptoms and increase coping skills.
In session she draws on methods that pay attention to feelings, relationships, and thought patterns. Sometimes the focus is on how past relationships shape current worries. Other times the work centers on skills for managing mood, strong emotions, or addictive behaviors. Lisa also uses techniques for processing traumatic memories when needed.
People who choose her often want straightforward guidance and practical tools. She supports clients as they try new strategies and notice what helps. To begin, Lisa asks clients to identify what’s most urgent and what change would feel meaningful next.
She sees therapy as a collaborative process. Sessions often begin by listening to the client’s story and identifying practical goals. Lisa uses approaches that help people make small, workable changes in daily life and relationships. She aims to make progress feel doable rather than overwhelming.
Her background includes 11 years of professional experience in behavioral health. That time has included work with trauma, grief, and adjustment after major life transitions. Lisa names client strengths and builds on them to help reduce symptoms and increase coping skills.
In session she draws on methods that pay attention to feelings, relationships, and thought patterns. Sometimes the focus is on how past relationships shape current worries. Other times the work centers on skills for managing mood, strong emotions, or addictive behaviors. Lisa also uses techniques for processing traumatic memories when needed.
People who choose her often want straightforward guidance and practical tools. She supports clients as they try new strategies and notice what helps. To begin, Lisa asks clients to identify what’s most urgent and what change would feel meaningful next.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.