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Lissette Fernandez, LCSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Lissette Fernandez

Lissette Fernandez

(she/her)

LCSW
11 years of experience
Virtual

As an eclectic licensed clinical social worker with 11 years of experience, I bring a unique perspective from my immigrant Latina background. I specialize in working with trauma, adolescents in school settings, couples, underserved populations, and the LGBTQ community. My diverse professional background, including work in EMT and firefighting, provides me with a deep understanding of high-stress situations and trauma. By integrating techniques from various therapeutic models, I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. My multicultural and multidisciplinary experience equips me to offer compassionate and effective support, helping clients navigate their challenges and achieve their goals with confidence.

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

In their first session, clients can expect to discuss their reasons for seeking therapy, share relevant personal history, and establish their goals for treatment. We will also begin to build a therapeutic relationship, and I will explain my eclectic approach, ensuring they feel comfortable and understood as we collaboratively develop a plan to address their unique needs.

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

My greatest strengths as a mental health provider include my ability to integrate diverse therapeutic techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, my deep understanding of trauma and high-stress situations from my EMT and firefighting background, and my culturally sensitive approach rooted in my immigrant Latina background. Additionally, my extensive experience working with children, adolescents, couples, underserved populations, and the LGBTQ community equips me to offer compassionate, effective, and inclusive support.

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My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

In my practice, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By identifying and challenging negative thought patterns, we work together to develop healthier thinking habits and coping strategies. This approach empowers clients to manage their emotions more effectively and make positive changes in their lives, fostering resilience and personal growth.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

As a license clinical social worker with 11 years of experience working with children, trauma and underserved populations please write a few sentences explaining to clients how I use cognitive behavioral therapy as a treatment method in my practice

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

In my practice, I use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy to help clients confront and manage their fears and anxieties in a controlled and supportive environment. By gradually exposing clients to anxiety-provoking situations while preventing their typical avoidance behaviors, we work together to reduce their anxiety response over time. This method is particularly effective in treating anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), empowering clients to regain control over their lives and reduce the impact of their symptoms.

Eclectic

In my practice, I use an eclectic therapy approach to provide the most effective and personalized treatment for each client. By integrating techniques from various therapeutic models, I tailor my methods to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. This flexibility allows me to draw from a wide range of strategies, ensuring that I can address complex issues and support my clients in achieving their desired outcomes.