LCSW, 12 years of experience
Hello - I am an LCSW serving the adult population in the state of California. I earned my MSW degree from San Jose State University and have been licensed for 12 years. I work with clients from a strength based perspective and offer knowledge/skills to support in increasing functioning and efficacy. I believe in mindfulness practices and making the most of each moment thus moving away from depressive and anxious thoughts. I also excel in increasing self esteem/compassion and improving relationships to self and others. I hope to see you on my schedule and look forward to working with you!
Our first session will include communication from you about the presenting problem and your goals for therapy. We will develop a treatment plan together. I will have many questions to ask you about your symptoms, stressors, and social history in order to better understand and meet your needs. I will answer any questions you have about therapy and treatment. Most importantly we will begin to develop a positive bond together so that we can move forward effectively and securely in each session.
I think that my greatest strengths as a provider include empathetic listening, asking probing questions, guiding a client to improved functioning and efficacy, offering coping skills and providing knowledge about your mental health diagnosis and symptoms. I strongly believe in the mind, body, soul connection and continue to educate myself in this area to offer additional treatment options to clients. I work well with all adults and being a mature woman can offer a perspective to young, middle aged, and older clients.
I work with all adults 18 and older who are committed to improving their functioning and relationship to self/others through discussion, knowledge and skills.
13 ratings with written reviews
August 1, 2025
I feel like Lisa sees me and hears me. She brought up excellent questions that made me think about my actions and motives.
July 29, 2025
She is amazing and truly great listener. Had my first session with her and I felt so seen and heard. Speaking with her truly felt like removing this heavy load that I had been carrying for a very long time. I would totally recommend her to anyone that has been thinking about getting therapy.
July 16, 2025
She initially listened carefully to me & my situation . i look forward to hearing some more ideas she has on how to navigate this time in my life
Lisa Silver offers therapy covered by CalViva Health (Medi-Cal), Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Health Net (Medi-Cal), L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal), San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) and Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal in California.
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