Heal. Grow. Flourish.
Welcome
My name is Lisa Palley, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #108222). Although I like to collaborate with my clients and tailor my interventions to best suit their needs, I am a proponent of Attachment Theory, which suggests that relationships with early caregivers can inform our present relational styles. The majority of my clinical hours have been spent working with middle and high school-aged adolescents throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and Silicon Valley. As such, I am sensitive to the unique challenges facing our youth in today’s complex and dynamic world.
Prior to becoming a LMFT, I was employed as a publicist and event planner in Los Angeles. During my tenure, I was exposed to the struggles young professionals face balancing work, relationships, and their physical and mental health, which was the impetus behind my return to graduate school and eventual career change.
I am committed to helping people from diverse backgrounds articulate and achieve their life goals and gain a greater amount of self-compassion and insight in the process. Currently, I am accepting new clients via teletherapy.
- LGBTQ+ Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
Services
I Work With the Following Populations:
adult Individuals
Learn to identify and cultivate strengths, balance work and relationships, and understand and heal from past and current traumas.
Adolescents
Help your teen address issues as far-reaching as depression, anxiety, school stress, attention difficulties, gender identity, peer relationships, and low self-esteem.
Adolescents & Their Families
Improve damaged or ineffectual communication and strengthen relationships within the family system.
FAQs
How does therapy work? When can I expect to feel better or see results?
Not every client experiences therapy in the same way or progresses at the same rate. At times, therapy can be uncomfortable and painful. It requires unearthing feelings and experiences that the client might have repressed or avoided thinking about. However, the insight that comes from processing feelings in the presence of an empathic therapist can provide a lasting, positive impact on the client’s relationships, level of functioning, and overall well-being.
I work collaboratively with my clients in order to identify treatment goals in a safe, supportive environment. I place emphasis on the client-therapist relationship while learning about the client’s unique background and current challenges. I believe in each individual’s innate capacity to grow and heal when afforded proper time and an attentive, caring audience.
What client concerns have you worked with in your practice?
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Creating Healthy Boundaries
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Gender Identity
- Learning Differences
- Life Transitions
- Parenting Challenges
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Esteem
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress Management
- Trauma
Do you provide therapy via text, email, Skype, or other technological platforms?
In light of the current pandemic, I am solely providing teletherapy for the foreseeable future.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes, I offer a free 20-minute consultation. If you are interested, please connect with me.
How much do you charge per session?
$125 / 50 minute hour. I can provide a statement for insurance reimbursement if needed.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I accept online credit card payments.
Do you accept insurance?
Unfortunately, I am not on any insurance panels at this time. However, if your insurance company accepts out-of-network therapists I can provide you with a receipt for you to submit to them.
What if I am unable to make my appointment?
I kindly ask that you give me 24-hours notice either by phone or email. Please note that you will be responsible for the full session fee should you neglect to provide sufficient notice.
“People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be. When I look at a sunset, I don’t find myself saying, “Soften the orange a bit on the right hand corner.” I don’t try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds.”
Connect With Me
I offer a free 20-minute consultation. Please complete the form below.