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Dr. Lisa Hammons

Dr. Lisa Hammons, LPC

Therapist · Mississippi · 14+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

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At a glance

Listed location
Mississippi
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Mississippi)
LPC · No. 1708
NPI
1639983695

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Life changes
  • Aging issues

About Lisa

Dr. Lisa Hammons is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Mississippi with 14 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. She also supports people coping with life changes and offers attention to aging and geriatric issues when these come up in therapy.

Her style is direct and warm. She creates an open space where people can talk about hard feelings without fear of judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking so daily life feels more manageable.

Over her career she has worked with a wide range of emotional concerns, including caregiver stress, body image, codependency, communication problems, and grief related to separation or divorce. She also addresses eating and food-related issues, feelings of emptiness, and struggles with guilt or shame.

Dr. Hammons uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and build coping skills. She helps clients identify unhelpful patterns and try new ways of responding to stress and relationship problems. The aim is to create realistic changes people can use between sessions.

People who reach out are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability. Costs vary with location and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

Mississippi

Languages

English

Evidence-based techniques and online therapy options

Dr. Hammons uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on helping people manage symptoms and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach involves teaching practical coping skills to reduce anxiety and stress, such as short behavioral strategies and thought-challenging exercises that can be practiced between sessions. Another approach centers on improving communication and relationship skills, with exercises that help identify interaction patterns and try new ways of relating to others.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their goals and preferences, and then suggest techniques that fit their situation. Adjustments are made over time so the work matches what is most helpful for daily life.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it makes scheduling easier, reduces travel time, and lets them fit short check-ins into a busy day. Online meetings can also make it simpler to work on communication skills in real time and to practice tools between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, body image, and aging and geriatric issues.

How would you describe her approach in sessions?

Her approach is warm and straightforward, focusing on practical steps and clearer thinking. Sessions emphasize talking through problems and practicing new coping skills between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 14 years of professional experience working with a variety of emotional and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LPC credential and practices in Mississippi.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What does getting started look like?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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