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Lisa Bradford, LCSW

Warm, patient-centered support for meaningful change
  • Depression and anxiety support
  • Recovery and wellness focus
  • Collaborative goal setting

About Lisa Bradford

Lisa Bradford, LCSW, is a licensed mental health counselor in Virginia with more than 30 years of direct-care experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She has provided counseling for individuals, families, and groups, with particular experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and personality disorders. She is especially drawn to helping clients rebuild hope and move toward recovery through meaningful personal change, including practical problem-solving and support for managing ongoing mental health concerns and caregiver stress.

Her style is warm, nurturing, and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are and approaching each person without judgment. Lisa Bradford works in a patient-centered way, partnering closely with clients as they identify goals and take steps toward change. She draws from a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and recovery and wellness-oriented methods, tailoring an individual plan to fit each client’s needs and priorities.

She recognizes that noticing something is no longer working takes courage, and reaching out for support can take even more. When someone is ready for help, Lisa Bradford aims to provide steady partnership and guidance as they work toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lisa Bradford have?

Lisa Bradford has 35 years of experience.

Is Lisa Bradford a licensed therapist?

Yes. Lisa Bradford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. License number: VA LCSW 0904006441.

In which languages does Lisa Bradford provide therapy?

Lisa Bradford provides therapy in English.

Where is Lisa Bradford located?

Lisa Bradford is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Lisa Bradford as my therapist?

You can work with Lisa Bradford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it possible to choose the format that best fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Lisa Bradford work with international clients?

No. Lisa Bradford does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lisa Bradford cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions 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 tools that translate well to online sessions

Lisa Bradford draws from approaches that can be effective in a virtual setting. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship, helping clients feel heard while they clarify what they want to change and what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. It can be useful for concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress by helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable responses in day-to-day situations.

Solution-Focused Therapy keeps attention on strengths, goals, and practical next steps. Rather than spending all the time on what is wrong, it helps identify what is already working, what progress would look like, and small actions that can move things forward.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lisa Bradford works collaboratively with clients to shape a plan that fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus over time as priorities become clearer.

Online therapy also offers flexibility. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to stay consistent with care and choose a format that fits changing schedules and comfort levels.

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