I worked with Lisa over the course of about 6 months. She's an extremely compassionate and down-to-earth person with awesome insight into the human behaviors that result in suffering and anguish. Lisa has helped me reassess a lot of beliefs I had that were causing me stress and anxiety, and provided some truly unique perspectives on issues I've been struggling with.
Lisa Marie Schimski, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lisa. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York and Massachusetts
Recent reviews
Lisa and I have had two sessions so far, and I'm SO grateful to have been connected with a kind, knowledgeable, seasoned therapist! She is easy to talk to, super understanding, works with me to process and digest my issues, and helps me look at things at different angles that I hadn't even considered. On our first session, I dove in quickly and she responded in all the ways I needed her to. I haven't been this excited to work with a therapist in a long time! Thank you, Lisa and Better Help!
More about Lisa
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York and Massachusetts with over 10 years of experience providing mental health and addiction counseling to individuals and couples and over 30 years as a holistic healing arts practitioner and teacher of somatic and energy-based therapies that integrate bodywork, counseling, movement, and mindfulness.
I have worked in addiction treatment, at college counseling centers, with cancer patients and their families, and at community health centers as well as in private practice. I work with people of diverse ages, ethnic/cultural backgrounds, and spiritual traditions with different reasons for seeking therapy, including anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma, addictions, serious health problems, relationship issues, life transitions, and explorations of gender, sexuality, spirituality, and meaningful life purpose.
Whatever reasons you may have for reaching out at this moment, I am ready to work with you as part of a collaborative relationship in which you feel respected, supported, and free to express your feelings and talk about anything without fear of judgment. I will listen with care to help you identify personal gifts, abilities, and resources you might not be aware of and draw on a variety of therapeutic models and approaches so that together we can effectively meet your needs and goals.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lisa Marie Schimski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346625092.
- LMHC · New York · 008372 · Expires October 2025
- LMHC · Massachusetts · 12029 · Expires December 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Lisa Marie Schimski
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I worked with Lisa over the course of about 6 months. She's an extremely compassionate and down-to-earth person with awesome insight into the human behaviors that result in suffering and anguish. Lisa has helped me reassess a lot of beliefs I had that were causing me stress and anxiety, and provided some truly unique perspectives on issues I've been struggling with.
Lisa and I have had two sessions so far, and I'm SO grateful to have been connected with a kind, knowledgeable, seasoned therapist! She is easy to talk to, super understanding, works with me to process and digest my issues, and helps me look at things at different angles that I hadn't even considered. On our first session, I dove in quickly and she responded in all the ways I needed her to. I haven't been this excited to work with a therapist in a long time! Thank you, Lisa and Better Help!
Extremely knowledgeable of Veteran needs and PTSD mental health experience as well as challenges to getting back to civilian life with it all. Great ideas to apply
Lisa is great, she really listens well and pays attention to small details.
I love her she has helped me finally open up to therapy
Lisa is just amazing.
Very understanding and gives practical advice.
Lisa is the first counselor I've ever seen and she has really helped me manage my anxiety and OCD. I really appreciate her flexibility and compassion :)
My expectations with Lisa have been exceeded; she’s beyond prompt, despite her busy schedule & I’m beyond relieved knowing I’ve finally not only found but have aligned with the right therapist for ‘me’/my situation!!
Lisa has helped me see things in another perspective and it makes perfect sense to understand things as other people would. I have a found a counselor and a friend.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lisa Marie Schimski offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lisa Marie Schimski works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lisa Marie Schimski speak?
Lisa Marie Schimski speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lisa Marie Schimski have?
Lisa Marie Schimski has 30 years of experience.
Where is Lisa Marie Schimski licensed to practice?
Lisa Marie Schimski is licensed to practice in New York and Massachusetts.
Does Lisa Marie Schimski accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Lisa Marie Schimski accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Lisa Marie Schimski offer?
Lisa Marie Schimski offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lisa Marie Schimski?
Lisa Marie Schimski can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lisa Marie Schimski?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.