Lisa Spore , LPC

Lisa Spore is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 12 years of experience in the mental health field, including ten years in private practice as an LPC. She maintains a commitment to ongoing professional development, regularly seeking training in current techniques so she can offer effective, evidence-informed care. Her clinical toolbox includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing, alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief strategies, and Client-Centered methods.

Lisa approaches each person as an individual and adjusts therapy to reflect unique needs, histories, and goals. She emphasizes the balance between mind and body, believing that integrating natural healing processes can strengthen emotional recovery and support lasting change. In session, she uses clinical skills to explore emotional reactivity, identify patterns that increase distress, and evaluate how past events may be affecting daily functioning.

The therapeutic relationship is central to her work; she partners with clients to determine the approaches that best address their concerns. Whether drawing on solution-focused techniques, Brainspotting, CBT, or Somatic Experiencing in different combinations, Lisa aims to reduce symptoms, build resilience, and foster growth through a tailored, respectful, and collaborative process.

Therapeutic approaches and virtual care

Lisa integrates several proven approaches into online therapy to meet a range of needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while building practical coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, giving clients space to explore their experiences at their own pace while the therapist supports growth and self-direction. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, often used with trauma and abuse histories.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Lisa works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as progress evolves.

Online therapy with Lisa offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it possible to access consistent care from different locations and on varied schedules. These options support ongoing work between appointments and make it easier to integrate therapy into daily life while maintaining connection with a licensed professional.