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Welcome. I'm Glad You Are Here!

I founded True Compassion Therapy in Los Angeles to offer support and services to those of us, or their caretakers and loved ones, who are either managing a chronic illness or have sustained medical trauma, perhaps both. Chronic illness can be exhausting: the appointments, lab work, new symptoms, research, pain and pain management, and so on. And despite everyone's best efforts, medical trauma can ensue from interactions with the medical establishment particularly doctors and hospitals. 

Therapy plays such an important role in preserving and progressing our physical and mental health. I feel that every person dealing with with a chronic illness or a medical trauma needs to put together a team. Along with Primary Care Physicians, dentists, nutritionists, specialists, etc., the right therapist can make such an important difference in your health. You need someone on your side, willing to listen and assist, and that is what I do. I myself manage a chronic illness and have experienced medical trauma firsthand. Please click the My Story tab to read more about me.

I offer a safe place for you to process difficult feelings and experiences. There is nothing comparable to being ill, and if you haven't been there, you might not understand it well. I am here to help you through your journey. I know firsthand the difference having a caring, thoughtful therapist can make while you are handling health issues in addition to everything else life has to offer.

I hope that you will reach out by either calling 310-925-9510 or clicking on the Contact Me button at the top of the page and sending me a note telling me about yourself. Currently services are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. 

Lissa

Los Angeles, 2024

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ABOUT

ABOUT ME

EXPERIENCE

I am a licensed psychotherapist in the state of California (LCSW82911) who specializes in medical trauma and chronic illness management. 

I began my career working in the field of addiction therapy. I worked for several years in outpatient settings, inpatient treatment, and had a private practice that offered therapy for addicted persons.

After sustaining serious medical trauma in 1999 and again in 2016, I began to think about expanding my skills to support those experiencing difficult medical situations.

I now offer trauma-informed care that features a mix of modalities from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and more.

I have been in the helping field for a decade and would never want to be anywhere else.

EDUCATION

  • University of California at Los Angeles, BA in English and American Literature 

  • University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, BS in Social Work

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison, MSW

  • University of California at Los Angeles, two-year program for their Addiction Counseling Certificate

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License Number: LCSW82911 

  • Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Certification Number: LR02410916 

SPECIALTIES

  • Individuals 

  • Healing medical trauma

  • Managing chronic illness

  • Anxiety disorders

  • Addiction

  • Depression

CONTACT ME

CONTACT

Thank you for reaching out to me! I look forward to speaking with you. Please email me, and I will respond as quickly as possible.

Telehealth appointments are available to all who live in California. In-person appointments are available in Los Angeles.

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PHONE

310.925.9510

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