Liesa Etheridge LMHC

As important as the therapy hour is, what is most important is the life you live outside of session. Because of that, sessions with me balance processing thoughts and feelings with skill building. My job is to provide a safe, compassionate and respectful environment where you can freely express yourself and where together we can make connections between what may seem like disconnected thoughts, feelings and behaviors. We will build healthy habits and coping skills to alleviate your distress and help you achieve your goals.

I practice primarily from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) framework. ACT therapy utilizes tools and techniques to help clients live their values rather than feel as if they are controlled by their thoughts and emotions. ACT is an evidence-based treatment with deep philosophical roots. While I am more than happy to indulge my therapy nerdiness and go into the weeds if you are a fellow psychology enthusiast, in addition to the effectiveness of the skills, one of my favorite things about ACT is how practical, and user-friendly they are. We'll work together to find and develop the skills that work best for you.

• Indiana, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 39002925A