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Dr. Lisa  Jennings

Therapist · Alabama

Dr. Lisa Jennings

LCSW, LICSW

Compassionate support for grief and life change

  • 9 years' experience
  • Based in Alabama
  • Sessions online
  • Speaks English
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  • Grief and loss
  • Caregiver support
  • Career and stress

About Lisa

Dr. Lisa Jennings is a licensed social worker who helps people cope with grief, stress, anxiety, and life changes. She supports those facing caregiver strain, compassion fatigue, career concerns, and issues tied to aging and geriatric needs. Her work includes hospice and end-of-life counseling alongside coaching for clearer next steps.

She uses a straightforward, person-focused style in sessions. Clients are invited to lead the story while she offers tools and reflections to make things more manageable. Conversations are practical and paced to each person's situation, with attention to what matters most right now.

Her methods draw on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. That means there is space to be heard, chances to test new ways of thinking, and simple practices to calm the mind. Techniques are chosen based on what will help a person meet their day-to-day goals.

Dr. Jennings holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and brings nine years of professional experience. She works from Alabama and focuses on clear, compassionate support rather than quick fixes. People seeking steady help through grief, caregiving stress, or major life transitions often find her approach practical.

To begin, she asks clients to reflect on immediate concerns and realistic next steps. Sessions tend to include short skill-building, guided reflection, and planning for manageable changes. The aim is steady progress that fits into each person’s life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

GriefCoaching

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

Alabama, Texas

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches guide online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s priorities. The therapist reflects what is said and helps people notice their strengths and choices, which can ease grief and caregiver strain.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses simple exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, stress, and low mood.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then choose methods that fit those goals. This collaborative planning helps make sessions feel relevant and manageable.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy life by avoiding travel and allowing appointments during breaks or from different locations. It can also support shorter check-ins or regular weekly sessions, depending on what works best for the client. Licensed professionals can adapt tools like thought exercises and mindfulness practices to work well in remote settings, helping people maintain progress between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help with?

She supports people dealing with grief, loss, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, career worries, and coping with life changes. There is also a focus on caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, compassion fatigue, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-focused and practical. She listens first, then offers tools such as thinking exercises and simple mindfulness practices to help manage daily challenges.

What is her professional background?

She has nine years of professional experience and works with people facing caregiving burdens, grief, and life transitions. Her approach blends support with skills to make everyday life easier.

What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is based in Alabama. The profile lists TX LCSW and AL LICSW as credential details.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with this therapist?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your chosen plan and region.

What are the steps to start therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability. This helps match goals and plan the first session.

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