Dr. Lisa Stillion, is currently in private practice in Tennessee. She holds a Master of Social Work degree, Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) as well as an advanced specialty certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She has 20 years of experience working in the public and private sectors with children and families experiencing attachment issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and ODD. Individual Therapy for Sustainable Healing. Individual therapy is a joint process between a therapist and client that allows the person to work through their mental health struggles in a calm, safe, and confidential setting. Also known as individual psychotherapy, this kind of treatment is a unique opportunity to work one-on-one with a therapist to develop healthy coping skills for the long term. The beauty of individual therapy is the opportunity for flexibility, as treatment plans can be easily structured around your needs and background.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

I’ve never talked to anyone. I’m used to handling things on my own. Aren’t people who go to therapy weak? Not at all. People who ask for help know when they need it and have the courage to reach out. Everyone needs help now and then. In our work together, I’ll help you explore and identify your strengths and how to implement them to reduce the influence of the problems you are facing. What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family? The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, counseling is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, and you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) helps individuals acknowledge the unhealthy behaviors they are using to cope with deeper underlying issues. Additionally, clients develop ways to modify these behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on examining the relationships between thoughts, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, in order to modify patterns of thinking to improve coping skills. Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) is an evidence-based approach for treating depression and anxiety in adolescents. It works by repairing damage in the family system and rebuilding trust within the parent-child relationship, through providing a solid foundation that promotes authentic connection and enhances teen mental health. Person-Centered or Humanistic Therapy engages teens with unconditional positive regard, compassion, and empathy. This allows kids to feel accepted and better able to understand their feelings. Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatment used to alleviate distress from PTSD and traumatic memories. Hence, EMDR adapts the way the brain processes information.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Individual Therapy for Sustainable Healing. Individual therapy is a joint process between a therapist and client that allows the person to work through their mental health struggles in a calm, safe, and confidential setting. Also known as individual psychotherapy, this kind of treatment is a unique opportunity to work one-on-one with a therapist to develop healthy coping skills for the long term. The beauty of individual therapy is the opportunity for flexibility, as treatment plans can be easily structured around your needs and background. Types of Individual Psychotherapy There are a number of effective types of individual psychotherapy. Some work better than others in treating certain disorders and conditions. In many cases, therapists use a combination of individual therapy techniques. Your therapist will consider your particular situation and preferences to determine which approach may be best tailored to your unique makeup and experience. Although many types of therapies exist, the following individual therapy techniques are proven to be effective. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) helps residents acknowledge the unhealthy behaviors they are using to cope with deeper underlying issues. Additionally, clients develop ways to modify these behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on examining the relationships between thoughts, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, in order to modify patterns of thinking to improve coping skills. Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) is an evidence-based approach for treating depression and anxiety in adolescents. It works by repairing damage in the family system and rebuilding trust within the parent-child relationship, through providing a solid foundation that promotes authentic connection and enhances teen mental health. Person-Centered or Humanistic Therapy engages teens with unconditional positive regard, compassion, and empathy. This allows kids to feel accepted and better able to understand their feelings. Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatment used to alleviate distress from PTSD and traumatic memories. Hence, EMDR adapts the way the brain processes information.

About Dr. Lisa Stillion DSW, LCSW