Lisa is really great.
Lisa Herman, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lisa. View 26 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
I love Lisa, she’s awesome and has been an integral part in helping me work stuff out leading to me being a happy man
More about Lisa
- 19 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
"Hope is the feeling you have that the feeling you have isn't permanent." This quote by Jean Kerr is the reason I do what I do. Hope is a powerful feeling that is unfortunately all too easy to lose sight of. Let's work together to restore hopefulness and make the life changes that best serve you. I strive to help clients learn to cope with difficulty and live productively. I believe that to lead a fulfilling life, people need to feel supported and know that stress and conflict can be managed.
It is empowering to explore thoughts and understand the impact they have on our feelings and behaviors. The benefit of this process is learning how to shift our thinking so that even if the situation cannot change, our response to it can! I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the Chicago area. working as an individual, couples and family therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, life transitions, career challenges, OCD and ADHD.
Life presents challenges that can cause us to become stuck in certain moments because of fear or just not knowing what direction to go. I offer empathetic and supportive services to help clients manage through those times. By working collaboratively to identify and acknowledge the current issues, a trusting and safe environment is created. That environment provides the opportunity for self reflection, challenging and changing of negative thought patterns, bringing about positive change and moving forward.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lisa Herman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225157092.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149010009 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Lisa Herman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Lisa is really great.
I love Lisa, she’s awesome and has been an integral part in helping me work stuff out leading to me being a happy man
Lisa is knowledgeable and really makes me feel better.
Lisa is a very kind and personable therapist
Lisa is a caring professional.
Lisa is a great support.
Lisa has been a wonderful therapist, I couldn't recommend her enough.
Lisa has helped change my life completely around! She’s not afraid to agree with me when I’m right and not afraid to disagree when I’m wrong. With her guidance I have a new outlook on life, I wish everyone could have as great of an experience as I have had with a therapist!
Lisa is a great therapist, very communicative and supportive.
Lisa is the best and I’m so glad she is my therapist! Genuinely helping me change my life for the better
Lisa has helped me manage several major changes in my life. She is thoughtful in her responses and is always there to check-in via video or messaging, which I so appreciate for consistency. She is truly understanding, empathetic and offers sound strategies for stress management, anxiety and depression. In a world that rapidly recalibrated post-pandemic, Lisa met the successive demands for the time with care and genuine, human connection. Her expertise has been a much-needed balm for me, especially this past year.
Lisa has been an invaluable help to me. She makes different ways of communicating easily available, and was eager to adjust the use of the sessions/platform tools to whatever made me the most comfortable.
I find Lisa as a very competent and friendly counselor
Lisa is consistent in her approach, empathetic, and kind. She is a great listener and provides helpful feedback and reflection. I always leave sessions with her feeling heard and understood, and a better understanding of myself.
Lisa was just an incredible person to work with. I work in the health care industry and was feeling like I was going to lose my mind with the COVID-19 virus first and second wave, she was just the best person for me during this time. She guides you on how to work with your feelings and grow from them, how to workout your brain and how you can train your thoughts to make life a little bit more manageable each day. I was suffering from crippling anxiety (that eventually turned into physical symptoms), panic attacks, depression and fatigue from work/COVID. She listens to you and reflects with you about how these situations are hard and that you have every right to these feelings. She also would provide a different perspective that would just help bring you back down to earth and reminds you that you are human and we can all grow from every hard situation and scenario. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Lisa and will always be grateful to her for the new perspective on life, and all of the new tools I have to help manage life which has made me feel like a better person. Thank you Lisa! I hope to reconnect with you soon!
I really appreciate Lisa and her therapy style. Instantly felt at ease and comfortable opening up to her. Even into the short amount of time we have been working together it feels like there has been personal growth. Lisa definitely makes me feel a little less insane after talking with her!
She is awesome!
Lisa is the absolute best! She’s personable and professional at the same time (not sure how she does that). I’ve been working with her for over a year now, and she has noticed subtle things that have ended up having HUGE ripple effects in my life. Thank you Lisa!
Working with Lisa is great. I sometimes wish she would respond more frequently but I understand that they are probably a lot of people she is working with due to the circumstances.
I really enjoyed working with Lisa and even though our counseling was brief she was great at building the relationship quickly and responding with resources.
Lisa is great! She really listens to my thoughts, offers input but not too much. She catches when I have questionable thought patterns but is understanding at the same time. She will also try different approaches when something doesn't seem to be working.
I normally really struggle with trusting therapists, but this was not the case with Lisa. Upon our first session, I felt very comfortable talking to her about anything, even topics that can cause many to judge. I feel completely unjudged by Lisa. She truly listens to what I have to say and I look forward to my sessions with her.
It was so easy to connect with Lisa from our very first conversation. I really appreciate her very practical approach and have really enjoyed our sessions. She's so authentic, genuine and real. Highly recommend!
She is great! She gives me information and ways to deal with my struggles.
I've only had one session with Lisa, and look forward to spending the summer with more advice from her. From the one session we had, and the communication she has held with me upon return shows professionalism.
Lisa helped me deal with some postpartum issues I've been having since the birth of my youngest son 8 months ago, particularly anxiety. She gave me the proper tools to use to recognize my triggers and equipped me with techniques for managing them in a more positive way. In only two months, she has helped me snap out of my mom funk, and for that I am eternally grateful. If you are dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety like I was (still am sometimes), I definitely recommend talking to Lisa.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lisa Herman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lisa Herman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lisa Herman speak?
Lisa Herman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lisa Herman have?
Lisa Herman has 19 years of experience.
Where is Lisa Herman licensed to practice?
Lisa Herman is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Lisa Herman accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Lisa Herman accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Lisa Herman offer?
Lisa Herman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lisa Herman?
Lisa Herman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lisa Herman?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.