Lisa Raley, LICSW

Holistic LICSW helping clients regain balance

Strength-based approach
Holistic care focus
Video and phone sessions

About Lisa Raley

Lisa Raley is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with 16 years of experience who approaches counseling from a holistic, strength-based perspective. She views people as composed of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social strengths, and she works with clients to identify where those strengths have weakened and what internal or external factors may have contributed. When patterns of imbalance lead to depression, anxiety, or other stress-related concerns, she partners with clients to rebuild and expand their resources so they can move toward greater stability and wellbeing.

Her role as a therapist is to help clients discover and cultivate inner strengths, then translate those strengths into practical skills for daily life. Lisa emphasizes balance as a pathway to feeling whole and resilient, using therapeutic strategies that honor each person's unique life context. Her approach centers on collaboration, practical problem solving, and supporting clients as they create sustainable change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lisa Raley have?

Lisa Raley has 16 years of experience.

Is Lisa Raley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW). License details: AL LICSW 2189C.

In which languages does Lisa Raley provide therapy?

Lisa Raley provides therapy in English.

Where is Lisa Raley located?

Lisa Raley is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Lisa Raley as my therapist?

You can work with Lisa Raley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lisa Raley work with international clients?

Lisa Raley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lisa Raley cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn practical ways to act in line with those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured techniques and skill building, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday challenges. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental observation of experience, which can reduce reactivity and support emotion regulation across a range of concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to explore which methods fit each person's goals, preferences, and life situation, adjusting strategies over time as needs change. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what actually helps the client move forward.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter interactions can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, fit therapy into busy schedules, and access care from different locations while still working closely with a therapist to meet personal goals.

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