Dr. Lisa Sullivan , CA Psychologist 17800

Dr. Lisa Sullivan is a clinical psychologist who combines academic training with practical experience to help adults, adolescents, and children navigate parenting challenges, relationship strains, midlife transitions, anxiety, and the physical expression of emotional stress known as somatization. She brings both professional expertise and lived understanding of the pressures that come with a driven lifestyle, which informs a pragmatic, empathic approach to therapy.

She earned her Ph.D. in clinical psychology in 2000 and has provided psychological testing and therapeutic services across age groups. Her work emphasizes identifying underlying constraints that limit fulfillment and applying targeted strategies to foster lasting change. Dr. Sullivan uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, focusing on practical steps that support improved coping, clearer communication, and greater personal satisfaction.

Dr. Sullivan is licensed in California and holds the credential CA Psychologist 17800, which denotes her licensure to practice clinical psychology in the state. Her experience includes supporting parents of children with learning differences and addressing women's issues, anxiety, relationships, and the complex challenges that accompany life transitions.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches for Online Therapy

Dr. Lisa Sullivan draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where clients' perspectives guide the pace and goals of work. This approach emphasizes empathy and active listening, supporting people who are seeking greater self-understanding, improved relationships, or recovery from life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skills-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, stress-related symptoms, and developing coping strategies for everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Dr. Sullivan collaborates with each person to determine what fits best given their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines assessment and client input to tailor a plan that may blend methods for the best fit.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care, access therapy from different locations, and choose the mode of interaction that feels most comfortable and effective for the individual.