Lisa Rivers, MN Psychologist LP 3666
Minnesota psychologist focused on healing
- 29 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Video phone messaging
About Lisa Rivers
Lisa Rivers is a licensed psychologist in Minnesota with 29 years of clinical experience, listed under MN Psychologist LP 3666. She specializes in supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, caregiver stress, and life transitions, and she works with a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, bipolar disorder, parenting and blended family issues, intimacy-related problems, and LGBT-related matters.
Her practice emphasizes compassionate, nonjudgmental care that helps individuals navigate trauma, social anxiety, workplace stress, and interpersonal dynamics. Using a tailored approach, she assists clients in rebuilding self-esteem, strengthening communication skills, and developing practical coping strategies for sleeping difficulties, anger, career concerns, and changes in family structure. Lisa focuses on identifying strengths and setting achievable goals so progress feels steady and meaningful.
Committed to an affirming therapeutic relationship, she adapts methods to each person’s needs and preferences, drawing on client-centered perspectives alongside evidence-informed techniques. Whether addressing abandonment and attachment issues, codependency and commitment concerns, or the stress of caregiving and grief, she works collaboratively to foster resilience and sustainable personal growth.
Her practice emphasizes compassionate, nonjudgmental care that helps individuals navigate trauma, social anxiety, workplace stress, and interpersonal dynamics. Using a tailored approach, she assists clients in rebuilding self-esteem, strengthening communication skills, and developing practical coping strategies for sleeping difficulties, anger, career concerns, and changes in family structure. Lisa focuses on identifying strengths and setting achievable goals so progress feels steady and meaningful.
Committed to an affirming therapeutic relationship, she adapts methods to each person’s needs and preferences, drawing on client-centered perspectives alongside evidence-informed techniques. Whether addressing abandonment and attachment issues, codependency and commitment concerns, or the stress of caregiving and grief, she works collaboratively to foster resilience and sustainable personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Rivers have?
Lisa Rivers has 29 years of professional experience as a practicing psychologist.
Is Lisa Rivers a licensed therapist?
Yes. Lisa Rivers is a licensed psychologist in Minnesota and holds license MN Psychologist LP 3666.
In which languages does Lisa Rivers provide therapy?
Lisa Rivers provides therapy in English.
Where is Lisa Rivers located?
Lisa Rivers is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Lisa Rivers as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Rivers through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Rivers work with international clients?
Lisa Rivers does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Rivers cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions with Lisa Rivers are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Lisa Rivers uses several well-established approaches to support clients online. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration so the person can explore their values and build self-directed change; it is often helpful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger while improving sleep and coping with stress. Mindfulness Therapy develops present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that can ease chronic stress, improve emotion regulation, and support recovery from overwhelming reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds. Clients shape the direction of care while the therapist offers guidance and structure.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to stay engaged in treatment through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow consistent support during life transitions or when in-person visits are impractical. Licensed professionals, including therapists like Lisa, can use these modalities to deliver care that fits a client's life and commitments.