Lisa May, LPC

Lisa May is a licensed professional counselor with nearly two decades of hands-on experience. She focuses on common but painful concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and addiction. Lisa aims to create a straightforward, down-to-earth space where people can talk about what feels overwhelming and find practical ways forward.

Clients can expect direct listening and clear steps. Lisa uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy along with client-centered and mindfulness approaches. She helps people notice patterns of thought and behavior and then practices new responses together in session.

Her background began in social work in 1996 and moved into counseling in 2002. She ran a private practice in Kentucky before relocating to Tennessee, and she brings that variety of settings into her work today. This gives her experience with both short-term goals and longer-term healing.

Sessions commonly address relationship strain, parenting stress, anger, and major life changes. Lisa also supports people dealing with abandonment, blended family issues, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of serious illness. She focuses on helping people build coping skills that fit their daily lives.

Her manner is pragmatic and steady. Lisa enjoys watching people make gradual changes and regain a sense of hope. She practices in Tennessee and conducts sessions in English.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a supportive relationship. The therapist follows the person's concerns, reflects what is said, and helps clarify goals so people can feel heard and make choices that fit their life.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

Mindfulness-based work brings gentle attention to the present moment. It includes simple breathing and awareness practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation over time.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. The client and therapist decide together which methods fit best for the issues at hand.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for deeper conversational work, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, chat and text are helpful for brief check-ins and ongoing support. These options offer flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels while keeping therapy practical and accessible.