Dr. Lisa Colangelo Fischer

“I often tell my clients they are doing a nice thing for themselves by going to psychotherapy. One does not need to wait for a difficulty to arise as a motivator to enter therapy. Participating in therapy sessions can bring greater in-depth personal exploration and better, more fulfilling relationships with others. My approach is COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL as a foundation, combined with CONTEMPORARY PSYCHOANALYSIS. I actively work with clients who are facilitators of their change. I believe the collaboration between the therapist and client is a platform from which the client can safely explore how they normally enact with others.

What is unique about my practice is that I bring a wealth of personal experiences as an individual with a hearing loss and have had anxiety issues. Having these challenges ground me to be a more sensitive and caring person with an enhanced understanding of anyone who steps into my office.

Degrees received: B.A. in Psychology, University of Arizona. Masters in Counseling, Arizona State University. Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Arizona State University. Predoctoral Internship, Northwestern University. Postdoctoral Residency, Maricopa Medical Center Department of Psychiatry. Member, American Psychological Association and Arizona Psychological Association. President-Elect, Southwest Psychoanalytic Society.”