Lisa Connelly , LPC

Lisa Connelly decided in high school that counseling would be her career, and she followed that path through formal training and diverse clinical work. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MA in Professional Counseling with a specialization in Marriage, Family, and Addiction from Ottawa University in Phoenix, Arizona in 2002. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - and has built experience across multiple care settings.

Her professional background includes roles in therapeutic group homes, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, chemical dependency detox and residential treatment centers, outpatient mental health clinics, and private practice. Those positions afforded her the chance to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, groups, and couples, shaping a broad skill set for varied needs. She has formal training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR, tools she applies when appropriate.

Lisa focuses much of her work on trauma and anxiety across the lifespan while also supporting couples and individuals facing depression, grief and life transitions. She approaches counseling as a vocation and emphasizes integrity, clinical competence, and compassion. Building strong rapport and trust is central to her work, helping clients define and pursue personal goals that support happier, healthier, and more productive lives.

Could virtual sessions be the right fit?

Many people wonder whether talking with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit of virtual care is flexibility. Individuals can choose the communication method that fits their schedule and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which often makes it easier to maintain consistent appointments.

Licensed professionals provide remote care, and clients have the option to change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible and practical way to work toward their goals with a qualified therapist.