Lisa Dryan, 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.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California and Maine

More about Lisa

20 years' experience
Female
LCSW

Having been licensed clinical social worker since 1994, I have worked in a variety of settings, including county mental health, as a Director of Mental Health for an area non-profit, as well as doing private practice. I have earned numerous awards through the years, including being named Woman of the Year by a governmental body in 2011 and Individual of the Year in 2012 by another public agency due to my advocacy work on women's mental health issues. Social work and access to mental health care is my passion, whether it is direct face-to-face work with individual clients or chairing collaborative endeavors with other community leaders to correct a social issue.

Being creative and a reader, if there is something cutting edge in treatment, I will hunt down this information. If I think someone knows something on a topic more than me, I will refer you to them. I believe in resource and referral as an effective intervention tool because I truly only want to help you achieve your own individual goals.

What I won't do is work harder than you. My job as a therapist is to "start where you are" but then gently nudge you towards your goals and past your ambivalence.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Depression Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing

Licenses

Lisa Dryan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255438925.

LCSW · California · 18668 · Expires September 2025
LCSW · Maine · LC17220 · Expires August 2026

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lisa Dryan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lisa Dryan 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 Dryan speak?

Lisa Dryan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lisa Dryan have?

Lisa Dryan has 20 years of experience.

Where is Lisa Dryan licensed to practice?

Lisa Dryan is licensed to practice in California and Maine.

Does Lisa Dryan accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Lisa Dryan 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 Dryan offer?

Lisa Dryan offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

How can I communicate with Lisa Dryan?

Lisa Dryan 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 Dryan?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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.