Lisa Russo, PACFA
Clinical counsellor supporting women through change
- Women-focused counselling
- Trauma informed support
- Flexible online sessions
About Lisa Russo
Lisa Russo is a clinical counsellor and support worker practicing in Australia with over 10 years of experience supporting women through life’s challenges. She operates independently through her practice, Indy Support Services, and offers compassionate, client-centered counselling that adapts to each person’s needs. Credentialed with PACFA - the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - she works within recognised professional standards to deliver evidence-informed care.
Lisa supports women facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, parenting challenges, trauma, and recovery after domestic abuse. Her work also addresses related concerns such as career transitions, coping with life changes, sleep difficulties, compassion fatigue, and attention differences. She aims to help clients feel heard and understood while building resilience, confidence, and a more satisfying life.
In sessions Lisa provides a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions and to identify practical strategies for managing feelings and navigating transitions. She collaborates with each person to develop tools that suit their pace and circumstances, focusing on small, achievable steps toward meaningful change. Lisa seeks to empower clients to reclaim strength, confidence, and a greater sense of well-being.
Lisa supports women facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, parenting challenges, trauma, and recovery after domestic abuse. Her work also addresses related concerns such as career transitions, coping with life changes, sleep difficulties, compassion fatigue, and attention differences. She aims to help clients feel heard and understood while building resilience, confidence, and a more satisfying life.
In sessions Lisa provides a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions and to identify practical strategies for managing feelings and navigating transitions. She collaborates with each person to develop tools that suit their pace and circumstances, focusing on small, achievable steps toward meaningful change. Lisa seeks to empower clients to reclaim strength, confidence, and a greater sense of well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Russo have?
Lisa Russo has 10 years of experience.
Is Lisa Russo a licensed therapist?
Yes. Lisa Russo is credentialed with PACFA, the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
In which languages does Lisa Russo provide therapy?
Lisa Russo provides therapy in English.
Where is Lisa Russo located?
Lisa Russo is located in Australia.
How can I work with Lisa Russo as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Russo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Russo work with international clients?
Lisa Russo does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Russo cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, client-centered work, and CBT in online therapy
Lisa integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and emotional bonds, helping clients understand how early relationships influence current feelings and interactions and supporting healing in relationships and self-image. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - the therapist provides a respectful, accepting environment so clients can explore their thoughts and values and build confidence at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop new coping strategies for anxiety, stress, low mood, and sleep difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Lisa works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Lisa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when in-person appointments are not possible. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to deliver meaningful support and practical skills work in a convenient way.