Lisa Hammes , LPC

Lisa Hammes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with 11 years of professional experience. She specializes in supporting people coping with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and parenting concerns, offering an approachable style that balances warmth with practical guidance.

Her sessions are interactive and often infused with a sense of humor, with an emphasis on meeting each person where they are in their journey. Lisa draws from several evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness practices, selecting tools that fit each individual's needs and preferences.

Lisa works from an eclectic, client-centered perspective and views each person as the expert on their own story. She emphasizes existing strengths as the foundation for change and frames seeking help as a courageous step toward greater well-being. Prospective clients can expect a collaborative relationship aimed at practical progress and long-term resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lisa Hammes

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties by teaching practical skills for managing thoughts and emotions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and improving coping strategies.

Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and acceptance, offering tools to reduce reactivity and increase emotional balance. It pairs well with other approaches to support overall mental wellness.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailors techniques from these approaches to create a treatment plan that fits. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Lisa is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who adapt methods to each individual.