Licensed to practice in Michigan and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and 8 more.
Lisa Gooden
(she/her)
About me
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan, with over 15 years of counseling experience, including the last 6 years in this state. I hold a Master’s Degree and specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and couples, helping them improve understanding, build healthier communication patterns, and navigate challenges. My goal is to partner with those seeking support, providing a safe and supportive space to explore emotions and discover new ways forward.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
When you enter counseling, you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where your thoughts and feelings are valued and respected. We will begin by exploring your concerns and identifying your strengths. This will allow us to develop a personalized plan of support.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Through compassionate listening and using evidence-based techniques, I aim to support your personal growth and help you achieve greater well-being and fulfillment in your life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I offer compassionate and comprehensive support for adolescents, adults, and couples dealing with stress, anxiety, and life's many challenges. My services are tailored to those struggling with relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, or navigating significant life transitions. In a safe and understanding environment, I work alongside my clients to help them build resilience and gain clarity on their journey forward.
Specialties
Top specialties
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Grief
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Michigan
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal
Cash - $100 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
For more than 10 years I have used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as it is a versatile therapeutic approach that effectively addresses both anxiety and depression through specific techniques tailored to each condition by targeting both the cognitive and behavioral factors that contribute to these conditions. By changing how individuals think about and respond to their thoughts and emotions, CBT helps them regain control, reduce symptoms, and improve their overall well-being.
9 ratings with written reviews
June 6, 2026
Lisa is so great! She is warm, kind, wise, intuitive, and an excellent listener. Everything you need in a good therapist. Looking forward to session 2!
Verified client, age 45-54
May 26, 2026
lisa was really sweet and excellent. this was my first time trying therapy and i felt like she was really welcoming.
Verified client, age 18-24
May 8, 2026
She was referred to me by another counselor on grow who felt she could not serve me. But im thankful,because Lisa Goodsen empowers me and provide solutions ,she is authentic. She is humorous.