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Lisa Valiente, LCSW

Illinois LCSW for anxiety and relationships
  • Compassionate support
  • Evidence informed care
  • Relationship focused

About Lisa Valiente

Lisa Valiente is an Illinois licensed therapist who brings seven years of professional experience to her work with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem and depression. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), she combines clinical training with a compassionate, respectful approach to help clients explore their goals and build practical skills. She also focuses on related areas such as codependency, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and women’s issues.

Lisa emphasizes individualized care, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s unique circumstances and priorities. She draws on client-centered methods alongside cognitive and behavioral strategies to help people identify unhelpful patterns, develop coping tools, and strengthen relationships. Her approach honors the courage it takes to seek change, offering steady support and empowerment as clients work toward a more fulfilling life.

Throughout her practice, Lisa aims to create a respectful and sensitive environment where exploration and growth are possible. She partners with clients to set goals, evaluate progress, and adjust interventions so that therapy aligns with what matters most to the individual.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lisa Valiente have?

She has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Lisa Valiente a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IL LCSW 149019858.

In which languages does Lisa Valiente provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lisa Valiente located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Lisa Valiente as my therapist?

Clients can work with Lisa Valiente through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lisa Valiente work with international clients?

Lisa Valiente does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lisa Valiente 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership in which the therapist follows the client’s lead, offering empathy and validation to help people explore identity, relationships, and life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for stress, anxiety, social phobia, and low mood by teaching practical coping strategies. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help people manage intense emotions and improve relationship skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is determined collaboratively. Lisa helps clients assess their needs, goals, and preferences and adapts methods over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for each individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility that can fit into busy lives - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to connect with licensed professionals from different locations. These options can support consistent progress by reducing travel time and offering ways to engage that match a client’s comfort and schedule.

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