Lisa Valiente, LCSW

Lisa Valiente is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with seven years of professional experience supporting people through life transitions and emotional challenges. She works with individuals coping with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation. Her practice also attends to related concerns such as codependency, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues.

Lisa approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the distinct needs and goals of the individual. She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify practical steps and build skills while honoring their pace and personal values. Seeking therapy is recognized as a courageous first step, and Lisa aims to support and empower clients as they pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Her work focuses on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where exploration and growth can occur, and she adapts methods to fit each client’s circumstances and preferences.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Lisa Valiente draws from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support online clients. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and meeting each person where they are, helping individuals explore values, emotions, and goals at their own pace; this approach can be especially helpful for building self-worth and clarifying life purpose. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and unhelpful thinking patterns through exercises and skill building.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lisa works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so care remains aligned with a client’s changing priorities and progress.

Online therapy with Lisa is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access support during busy lives, and continue therapeutic work from home or other convenient locations while working with a licensed professional.