Lisa Hulsizer , LCSW

Lisa Hulsizer uses an approach that centers on practical, skills-based work tailored to each person’s needs. She draws on methods like cognitive behavioral work and acceptance strategies to help people manage anxiety, stress, and big life changes. Lisa is a licensed clinical social worker and brings ten years of clinical experience to sessions.

She helps people who are facing parenting stress, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, addiction concerns, and issues with self-esteem or body image. Teenagers and young adults are a primary interest for her, and she often supports people navigating school pressures, identity shifts, and transitions into adulthood.

Sessions are organized around clear goals and small, doable steps. Lisa uses client-centered conversation, motivation-based techniques, and solution-focused exercises to build coping skills. She works with attention concerns such as ADHD and mood conditions including bipolar presentations using strategies that fit everyday life.

Lisa practices in Florida and holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She meets people where they are and adapts tools to each person’s situation. Her style is straightforward and warm, aimed at making therapy feel manageable rather than daunting.

Outside of work she lives in central Florida with her family and pets, and enjoys video games, movies, and the local theme parks. She welcomes people who want a practical, down-to-earth approach to change.

Online approaches that meet you where you are

Lisa commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, meaningful actions even when hard thoughts or feelings are present; it can help with anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to reduce worry, manage mood swings, and change unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before. Together they choose methods and adjust them as progress is made so the plan fits the person’s daily life and needs.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which let people pick what fits their routine. Video works well for full conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, follow-up notes, or when people need more flexible communication between sessions. These options help people keep therapy consistent while managing school, work, and family commitments.