Misty Weiser, LCSW, CSW
Oregon LCSW specializing in trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and anxiety care
- Animal-assisted therapy
- Phone video and chat
About Misty Weiser
Misty Weiser is an LCSW and CSW who practices as a clinical social worker licensed in Colorado and Oregon. She brings a strengths-based perspective to work with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping difficulties, and depression, and she also addresses related concerns such as chronic pain and illness, loneliness, communication challenges, and post-traumatic stress. Her approach emphasizes that each person is the expert on their own life and that existing strengths can be used to navigate and overcome current challenges.
Misty is a proponent of animal-assisted therapy and includes two therapy dogs, Lily and Maggie, as part of her practice. She has training in dialectical behavior therapy, which focuses on emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness, and in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, a trauma-focused method for processing distressing memories. She is also familiar with polyvagal theory as a way to understand trauma and memory.
Her clinical toolbox blends evidence-informed strategies with a client-centered stance, helping clients explore values, build coping skills, and try practical steps toward better daily functioning. Misty values collaborative conversation about methods and enjoys working with people who are ready to take the courageous step toward greater wellbeing. LCSW indicates Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW reflects her social work credentialing in the states where she is licensed.
Misty is a proponent of animal-assisted therapy and includes two therapy dogs, Lily and Maggie, as part of her practice. She has training in dialectical behavior therapy, which focuses on emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness, and in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, a trauma-focused method for processing distressing memories. She is also familiar with polyvagal theory as a way to understand trauma and memory.
Her clinical toolbox blends evidence-informed strategies with a client-centered stance, helping clients explore values, build coping skills, and try practical steps toward better daily functioning. Misty values collaborative conversation about methods and enjoys working with people who are ready to take the courageous step toward greater wellbeing. LCSW indicates Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW reflects her social work credentialing in the states where she is licensed.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSomatization
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Misty Weiser have?
Misty Weiser has 4 years of professional experience.
Is Misty Weiser a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details: CO LCSW CSW.09930008, OR LCSW L16399.
In which languages does Misty Weiser provide therapy?
Misty Weiser provides therapy in English.
Where is Misty Weiser located?
Misty Weiser is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Misty Weiser as my therapist?
You can work with Misty Weiser through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Misty Weiser work with international clients?
Misty Weiser does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Misty Weiser 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 for online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people clarify their personal values and take practical steps toward a more meaningful life while learning ways to live with difficult thoughts and feelings rather than getting stuck in them. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and problems with motivation.Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, focuses on building skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships. It is frequently applied when strong emotions or impulsive behaviors get in the way of daily functioning.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a trauma-informed method that supports the processing of distressing memories and the reduction of their intensity, often used when past events continue to affect day-to-day life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is treated as a collaboration. Misty Weiser and other licensed professionals work with clients to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what fits each person's needs and preferences.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be held by video call or phone, and some clients find live chat or text-based messaging helpful for more frequent check-ins or when scheduling is difficult. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life.