One of my favorite teachers used to say repeatedly, “Social work is an art and a science. I can teach you the science but the art is up to you.” And that has resonated with me for twenty years. Before I was a therapist, I was a dancer. I graduated from a performing arts high school […]

I sort of have an obsession with mermaids. I always have. I love their magic and mystery and their affinity for salty air and freedom. For real my first career choice was mermaid but sadly that is frowned upon so I became a clinical social worker instead and yesterday I had a milestone moment. I […]

Welcome to Thrive Tribes and my very first blog post. I am Lisa and I am a licensed clinical social worker, boy mom, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend! Ever since I was a little girl I have been fascinated with transformation, sparkles and people. I love watching people evolve, achieve, set goals and accomplish awesome […]