Lisa Bentivenga, LCSW

Lisa Bentivenga is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 17 years of therapy experience to her work. She presents as approachable and down-to-earth, and aims to make conversations feel natural and straightforward for people who are worried or overwhelmed.

She helps teens and adults with depression, anxiety, grief, stress, and post-traumatic stress. She has a longstanding history of working with LGBT clients and also addresses sexual concerns, including sexual dysfunction and matters related to alternative sexual lifestyles. Her practice also includes issues such as chronic pain or illness, codependency, and life purpose.

Lisa has worked in a variety of clinical settings over her career, which she says helps her respond to different problems and life situations. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to teach practical skills that people can apply between sessions. The goal is to make progress that fits daily life rather than rely on jargon or complex routines.

She describes herself as the kind of therapist people find easy to talk with. Lisa emphasizes a nonjudgmental approach regardless of a person’s background, identity, or relationship style. She encourages open conversation about what is most pressing and works collaboratively on concrete steps forward.

Lisa practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

How Lisa Uses Evidence-Based Methods in Online Care

Lisa draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people learn concrete skills and make steady changes. One common approach focuses on skill building for mood and anxiety problems, teaching practical coping strategies for stress, worry, and low mood. Another approach centers on processing trauma and its effects in ways that reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. Lisa works with each person to figure out which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they review what's helping, what isn't, and adjust approaches over time so therapy stays useful and relevant.

Because specific session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments during breaks or from different locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling when needed. Ask about the current session options to find arrangements that work with your routine.