Lisa Boomers

LPC

I provide a warm, welcoming, and safe space for all who enter my office. I meet clients where they are in life, and I believe them to be the experts of their own lives. I approach therapy with compassion, empathy, directness, and humor. I will challenge my clients, but I will not push them to delve into things they may not be ready for. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor; it is tailored to each individual client. I collaborate with clients to develop appropriate treatment plan goals, build a strong therapeutic relationship, and work through whatever the client's agenda is. I am truly honored to walk alongside those who attend therapy. Bettering oneself is not easy, but it is absolutely a worthwhile journey.

I draw on my personal experiences, in an effort to connect with clients. I strive for my clients to see me as a normal person who has troubles, just like them. In my family, there are individuals who struggle with addiction. This helped me, when I was working in addiction settings and studying to become a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I, myself, identify as neurodivergent, as I have ADHD and other disorders. Through my own challenges, I have developed healthy coping skills and ways to accommodate my differences; I thrive on passing these skills along to my clients.

I provide a warm, welcoming, and safe space for clients who are sure to be nervous and/or unsure about therapy. I introduce myself, address the concepts of confidentiality and informed consent, and allow time for the client to ask me questions. The majority of the hour is spent with me asking questions of the client. I aim to gather as much information as I can, in an effort to form an understanding of whom it is I am working with. I assure the client that he/she can answer my questions with as little or as much information as they wish to share. I offer support, encouragement, and validation to clients. The client is given the opportunity to expand on their personal goals for therapy.