What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Lisa is an incredibly warm and caring person. Although I only had a consultation, she was willing to listen to the things I’d dealt with and provided multiple paths to recovery. She provided other recommendations for therapists better suited to help me and was entirely understanding and open that there are different specialities for everyone. ”
Molly M.November 6, 2024
“I can not recommend Lisa enough. Her deep level of empathy and compassion shines through in her work with her clients. Lisa's natural sense of warmth and genuineness quickly helps clients feel connected and at ease so they can dig deep to find relief and healing. I highly recommend her!”
KPMore than 1 year ago
About Lisa Abdilova Andresen
Focus areas
Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Self Esteem Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Therapy
Burnout
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Trauma Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Strength-Based
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
JewishLanguages spoken
English, Russian
Getting to know Lisa Abdilova Andresen
Ready to turn a corner? Talk to someone reliable, relatable, and experienced. I support high-achievers and entrepreneurs with depression, anxiety, shaky self-esteem, irritability, and overcontrol.
Specialty areas include the links between trauma and achievement, narcissistic relationships, and family estrangement. Perfectionism, procrastination, burnout, ADHD, and career coaching are also focus areas.
I hold a Master's in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University and completed clinical social work training at UCSF General Internal Medicine at Sutter Street. I earned my Bachelor's degree from Stanford University.
Offices are located in San Francisco's Dogpatch/Potrero Hill area and Downtown SOMA/Financial District.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Let's Talk About Anything. I'm a Stanford and Columbia trained Clinician / Coach, former start-up founder, and ex-Microsoft marketer. I supported patients at UCSF Primary Care, Zuckerberg SF General Hospital, and Bay Area community mental health agencies.
Does therapy actually work?
I promise things can get better for you soon, and that therapy with me will not last forever. For however long it’s helpful for you, I’ll offer you an empathetic, non-judgmental, confidential, and clinically-informed space to work through whatever you want.
DESIGN A LIFE WORTH LIVING
How Can Therapy Help Me?
- stress & anxiety
- shaky self-esteem
- feeling down & hopeless
- harsh inner critic
- hate my job
- money problems
- complex PTSD
- grief and traumatic loss
- self-control
- conflict resolution
- help with burnout
- changing careers
- trouble with friends
- sibling issues
- child of narcissist
- mean boss
- perfectionism
- imposter syndrome
- emotional loneliness
- living with ADHD
- how to stop procrastination
- anger management
- finding meaning of life
- chronic pain
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our sessions will focus on empowering you with insight, strategies, and tools to move forward. Together, we’ll set your target goals, take concrete steps in the direction of your dreams, and analytically track your progress towards graduating from therapy or coaching.
EVIDENCE-BASED, OUTCOMES DRIVEN
Helpful Therapy and Coaching Approaches
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (DBT)
Provides skills training for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)
Reframes unproductive thoughts, re-evaluates limiting beliefs, and counteracts avoidant behaviors to positively influence your feelings
ACCEPTANCE & COMMITMENT THERAPY (ACT)
Empowers you to live and work according to your values, plus face your negative thoughts without fears of losing control
RADICALLY OPEN DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (RO-DBT)
Learn to chill out and have more fun. Unlock optimal self-control, genuine social connection, flexible problem solving, fluid adaptability, and more openness to feedback.
MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING
Problem solves barriers with ambivalent goals, such as whether to leave a job, change careers, or wind down a business
INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS)
Improves your self-awareness of the different parts of you, so you can maintain confidence, clarity & calmness even after enduring trauma & hardships
Lisa Abdilova Andresen, LCSW is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
More information on payments and coverage
I'm considered out of network with insurance, however I'm happy to provide monthly superbills you can submit for possible reimbursement. I also offer sliding scale rates to anyone whose income is below $90,000.
Office locations
Lisa Abdilova Andresen, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
- UCSF General Internal Medicine at Sutter Street (Clinical Social Work)
- Stanford University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers, California
Awards and publications
- The prevalence and co-occurrence of psychiatric conditions among entrepreneurs and their families | Small Business Economics Journal | Feb 25, 2018
NPI number
1578129375
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Lisa is an incredibly warm and caring person. Although I only had a consultation, she was willing to listen to the things I’d dealt with and provided multiple paths to recovery. She provided other recommendations for therapists better suited to help me and was entirely understanding and open that there are different specialities for everyone.
November 6, 2024Molly M.Verified patient
I can not recommend Lisa enough. Her deep level of empathy and compassion shines through in her work with her clients. Lisa's natural sense of warmth and genuineness quickly helps clients feel connected and at ease so they can dig deep to find relief and healing. I highly recommend her!
More than 1 year agoKP
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What practice does Lisa Abdilova Andresen work with?
Lisa Abdilova Andresen works with Let's Talk About Anything.
Where is Lisa Abdilova Andresen's office located?
Lisa Abdilova Andresen has 4 office locations in San Francisco, view full addresses on Lisa Abdilova Andresen's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lisa Abdilova Andresen?
Lisa Abdilova Andresen frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Lisa Abdilova Andresen on their profile.
What languages does Lisa Abdilova Andresen speak?
Lisa Abdilova Andresen speaks English and Russian.
How do patients rate Lisa Abdilova Andresen in reviews?
2 patients have reviewed Lisa Abdilova Andresen. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.