About
Lisa!
I am a
licensed psychologist in the state of Texas. I earned my master’s
degree in marriage and family therapy and my doctorate in
counseling psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University
in San Antonio.
Much of my specialized training and research
has been in the treatment of eating disorders, such as anorexia
and bulimia, and issues related to body image. For individuals
struggling with anorexia and bulimia, the self image is greatly
exaggerated and distorted - similar to looking in a fun house
mirror. However, an eating disorder is not a prerequisite
for body image disturbance. Many individuals struggle with
this issue, particularly women. Western culture’s standard
of beauty for women glorifies thinness and youth. It is a
standard few women are able to attain naturally. Problems
with body image can begin as early as childhood but times
of transition that lead to bodily changes seem to be particularly
difficult. Times of transition might include puberty, pregnancy
and the presence of aging (wrinkles, sagging).
In addition to eating disorders and body image
disturbance, I work with a variety of other issues that include
depression, anxiety disorders and chronic pain. I was initially
trained as a family systems therapist and I work with individuals
and families on relational issues.
I work
collaboratively with my clients to help them identify, appreciate
and cultivate their strengths so they can utilize them in
resolving their difficulties. I use a brief therapy approach
to treatment, but the length of treatment depends on the nature
of the problem and the needs of the client. Termination of
treatment is determined by a mutual agreement between myself
and the client. I work with individual adults, adolescents
and families.
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