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Lisa Denish(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Associate Counselor, LAC
New Jersey
Adjustment difficulties & disorders- Anxiety -Communication issues- Depression- Trauma-Mood disorders-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

In 2024, Lisa earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and became a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey. She has experience working with a diverse range of clients, from teens and young adults to children and adults, in both individual and family settings. Lisa’s approach centers on building a strong rapport, fostering an environment of openness, honesty, and empathy. She believes in meeting clients where they are and adapting her methods to suit their needs. Whether you’re facing mood disorders, relationship challenges, or daily stressors, Lisa will help you uncover the root of your struggles and work together to lighten the load you carry. Her style is both supportive and persistent, with a commitment to finding the right approach for each client. Lisa brings passion, encouragement, and a genuine dedication to helping clients navigate their healing journey, offering honesty and perspective along the way.


Message to clients

I view counseling as a collaborative process between us, where your safety, trust, and openness are the foundation. Together, we’ll explore, learn, and work toward your goals. While some conversations may be challenging (it’s part of the process), I’ll be right there with you. We’ll laugh, cry, and grow together, always keeping your well-being at the forefront. I believe therapy is about humans helping humans, and I value mutual accountability in this journey. Feel free to tell me what you need—I'm here to listen and adapt. My aim is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered as we navigate your path to healing and growth.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 4 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist

Grand Canyon University, Masters, 2024

Licensure

New Jersey: 37AC00813100

Supervisor: Renee Cross(LPC 37PC00937400)


Languages

English

Specialties

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Mood disorders - Clinical depression, persistent depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders that cause disturbances in the client's mood, causing mood swings, restless sleep, and/or elevated mood




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Please note that at this time, I'm unable to accept Medicare or Medicaid plans.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Lisa Denish

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)