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Dr. Lisa Sullivan, CA Psychologist 17800

Ph.D. psychologist for families and anxiety
  • Parenting and family issues
  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Licensed in California

About Dr. Lisa Sullivan

Dr. Lisa Sullivan is a Ph.D. psychologist licensed in California - CA Psychologist 17800 - who brings clinical training and real-world perspective to therapeutic work. She focuses on helping individuals and families who are managing busy, achievement-oriented lives and who are seeking greater fulfillment amid competing demands. Her approach combines careful assessment with practical strategies to identify and address the underlying constraints that limit wellbeing, particularly around parenting, relationship and family dynamics, and life transitions.

She has a strong background in supporting parents, including those raising children with learning differences, and addresses a range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, somatization - the physical expression of stress - and issues common to midlife and postpartum periods. Dr. Sullivan also works with clients on intimacy and communication challenges, blended family concerns, fertility and pregnancy-related stress, and social anxiety.

Drawing on client-centered techniques alongside cognitive behavioral methods, she helps people explore their values, shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and build coping skills that translate into everyday life. Her training includes a Ph.D. in clinical psychology earned in 2000, and she has provided psychological testing and therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children. Dr. Sullivan combines academic rigor with practical experience to support meaningful, sustainable change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessMidlife crisisPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Lisa Sullivan have?

Dr. Lisa Sullivan has 10 years of experience.

Is Dr. Lisa Sullivan a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential CA Psychologist 17800. License details: CA Psychologist 17800.

In which languages does Dr. Lisa Sullivan provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Lisa Sullivan located?

Dr. Lisa Sullivan is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Lisa Sullivan as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Lisa Sullivan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Lisa Sullivan work with international clients?

Dr. Lisa Sullivan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Lisa Sullivan 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Lisa Sullivan uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative space where clients lead the conversation and their priorities guide the work. This approach helps people clarify values, strengthen self-understanding, and build motivation for change, often benefiting those facing parenting demands, relationship struggles, or life transitions.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-oriented, and it can be effective for anxiety, stress, depression, and somatization by teaching concrete strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Dr. Sullivan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions to individual circumstances and adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals without adding travel time to busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, fit sessions into work and family life, and stay connected with therapeutic support across life changes.

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