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Lisa Allen

IL LCSW 149020179
Credentials
IL LCSW 149020179
NPI Number
1255161378
Location
Illinois
Languages
English
Lisa Allen

Accepting new clients

25 years experience
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About Lisa Allen

As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional journey has been dedicated to helping clients work through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and grief. I also have training and understanding of how to work with people with Disabilities including but not limited to: Autism, ADHD. I approach therapy with deep compassion and a commitment to understanding each person's unique journey. My practice centers on empowering clients to cultivate self-love, discover life purpose, and develop meaningful pathways to personal healing and growth. Drawing from extensive clinical experience, I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their emotions, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop resilient strategies for emotional well-being. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. I believe in the transformative power of understanding oneself, and I'm dedicated to walking alongside my clients as they build stronger, more authentic connections with themselves and others.

Licenses

LCSW
149020179

Professional experience

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief

Additional Focus Areas

  • LGBT
  • Family conflicts
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Eating disorders
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Parenting issues
  • Anger management
  • Self esteem
  • Career difficulties
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Coping with life changes
  • Compassion fatigue
  • ADHD

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“She is the absolute best!”

“I lost my husband suddenly 8/23/25 due to pancreatic cancer. Lisa has been very helpful in providing me tools and ways to handle my grief.”

“THAT'S MY HOMEGIRLLL”

“Lisa has really helped me get to where I am now. I am honestly very lucky to have found her and to have her as my therapist.”

“She’s amazing overall and has made my first time doing therapy as a whole comfortable!”

“Lisa is a wonderful listener. She helps you work out whatever you bring to her. I've changed my focus multiple times and Lisa moves with me so that I always feel like I'm talking about what's most important. She helps you process and get to the root of emotions. She never pushes too hard but keeps a safe space for you to grow.”

“I absolutely love my therapist. It’s been a game changer for my life. I also love the app. It’s been very convenient for me to book. I recently just did a whole podcast and had one of my friends sign up because that’s how much I love it.”

“Lisa is very sweet and knowledgeable. She has helped me manage my anxiety and I feel like I can breathe again.”

“LISA IS MY HOMEGIRL”

“Lisa is fantastic. She listens and calls me out when Im in the wrong. I appreciate her honesty, calm, and expertise.”

“Great therapist. Helpful to me in difficult times”

“Lisa is extremely understanding and caring. I feel heard when I’m talking with her.”

“Lisa has been great and super understanding. She is really good at listening and not imposing her thoughts and beliefs on you.”

“Lisa is great, has a very diverse background and is great at looking at all perspectives. She is understanding and compassionate.”

“Lisa is great. Professional and caring. ”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.