Mrs. Lisa Christine Knight LICSW, Social Worker
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Mrs. Lisa Christine Knight LICSW

Counselor/Therapist | Mental Health

2180 Mendon Road Suite 21 Cumberland RI, 02864

About

Ms. Lisa Knight, LICSW is a top Social Worker/Therapist, practicing in northern RI, as well as serving clients from nearby Massachusetts and Connecticut. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Ms. Lisa Knight LICSW is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Ms. Lisa Knight, LICSW is a prime example of a true leader in behavioral health care. As a leader and expert in the field, Ms. Lisa Knight LICSW, is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. She embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with her clients. In RI and Massachusetts, Ms. Lisa Knight LICSW, is a true asset, providing dedication to the field of behavioral health and to her profession as an outpatient therapist.

REVIEWS:

Jun 10, 2022, after counseling with Lisa for one month: "Though we've only been working together a relatively short time, Lisa has been a valuable resource in giving me some process and perspective through which to view my past and present experiences. I'm looking forward to continuing to work with her."

Nov 30, 2021, after counseling with Lisa for 3 months: "Lisa is very knowledgeable and I feel as though she doesn't just help me find what I need, but she also teaches me a lot about mental health and interpersonal relationships overall.

Dec 19, 2020 after counseling with Lisa for 2 months: "Lisa was excellent! I especially loved her gentle, educational approach to counseling. She makes mental health feel accessible and positive. I highly recommend her!"

Nov 09, 2020 after counseling with Lisa for 3 months: "Lisa is a supportive, friendly, and solution-focused therapist who has been absolutely fantastic throughout my experience with her. Starting and Leaving each session with a goal to work on for the week was super helpful and allowed me to focus on manageable bits of the problem I was facing. Thank you Lisa!"

Oct 06, 2020 after counseling with Lisa for 3 months: "I’ve really enjoyed working with Lisa! She always provides a great perspective and great advice and suggestions. I find myself applying her suggested strategies and reminding myself of her positive self affirmations throughout the day. Its all been so helpful in grounding myself through anxiety and stressful moments!"

Sep 23, 2020 after counseling with Lisa for 1 month: "Lisa was very helpful in teaching me techniques to better handle stress triggers throughout daily life. She also blended her understanding of behaviors that are rooted from early childhood experiences, and how to recognize what is referencing them even in adulthood. I am very grateful to what I have learned from Lisa, and will continue to practice what I gathered from it throughout my life."

Education and Training

Rhode Island College Masters of Social Work 2009

Provider Details

Female English
Mrs. Lisa Christine Knight LICSW
Mrs. Lisa Christine Knight LICSW's Expert Contributions
  • Can going to talk therapy make you worse?

    It can certainly be anxiety provoken for some to engage in talk therapy. Discussing triggers and stressors can be bring on overwhelming feelings and emotions and is also a normal process for clients. However, therapists are supportive of clients during the process and journey, to help ease uncomfortable emotions that can surface. It can be natural for steps backwards to also occur, however a supportive network can enable clients to overcome and achieve optimal well being. READ MORE

  • What is psychotherapy for PTSD?

    There are many types of psychotherapy that can be used for treating PTSD. Some include coping skill development to manage symptoms, psychoeducation of the impact of trauma on the self, especially on brain functioning, trauma focused CBT, and EMDR to name a few. These methods are often combined with support and active listening, to enable clients to process and release their stories. READ MORE

  • How does counseling help anxiety?

    Counseling can teach you and help you practice strategies to decrease the anxiety, as well as give you education and insight on whether displaced fears are occurring, and how thinking processes can influence symptoms of anxiety and ways to debate and change such thoughts. READ MORE

  • Does group counseling work?

    Group counseling can be effective as people share similar issues as well as different ways to handle challenges and skill build in areas needed. READ MORE

  • Does psychotherapy really work for depression?

    Psychotherapy combined with diverse interventions can be assistive in decreasing and eliminating symtoms of depression, also combined with client committment to treatment. READ MORE

  • What happens if anxiety is left untreated?

    When avoidance or resistance are used as a way to cope with anxiety, or left untreated, the intensity of the anxiety can increase. Confronting fears, at times can teach us how strong we are and how we can overcome. Tools learned in therapy can assist in decreasing and/or eliminate the anxiety by learning how to recognize and challenge thought processes that can at times influence the onset of anxiety. READ MORE

  • What are general methods used to treat depression?

    Many diverse methods and interventions can be used to treat depression from various psychotherapy approaches to medication. I would recommend obtaining an initial and thorough assessment with a licensed mental health professional, to determine what methods might be most suitable for you. READ MORE

  • Does relaxation help anxiety?

    Hi, Yes, many relaxation techniques such as Yoga and meditation, as well as other mindfulness exercises can assist in reducing anxiety. Also important to assess thinking styles, as our thoughts can also influence feelings of anxiety and the related symptoms. If this is the case, seeing a therapist who specializes in CBT can be helpful. READ MORE

  • Does overeating mean you don't care about yourself?

    Overeating is at times a way people may cope with depression, or to feel better, as food taste good! I would recommend seeing a therapist or maybe obtain nutrition consult that can provide you with a healthy eating plan/guidelines. READ MORE

  • Why have I gained so much while during the lockdown?

    Lockdown has been making everyone also stay indoors, reducing exercise we normally get in going places. Maybe increase exercise, although you may not be eating differently. READ MORE

  • Does counseling work for anxiety?

    Yes, there are may different strategies and interventions in which counseling can assist in reducing anxiety, as no one method fits everyone. READ MORE

  • How can you reduce physical symptoms of anxiety?

    Try deep breathing by pushing the belly out and holding out for 10 seconds and then release, and doing this exercise in repetitions of three. READ MORE

  • How can I stop my fear and anxiety?

    I would recommend seeing a therapist to help you gain coping skills, determine trigger sources. Also realize the individual has to at some point be able to confront the fear, as avoidance and resistance can increase the intensity of the fear and anxiety. READ MORE

  • How do you tell your partner is a narcissist?

    Those can be some traits of narcissism, however I would recommend seeing a therapist to assist you in understanding the dynamic as well as being able to cope with any feelings you have related to feeling "beneath him". READ MORE

  • How do you relax when stressed?

    Many different strategies can help. Try this simple exercise: Move your shoulders away from your ears, unlock your jaw, drop your tongue from the roof of your mouth. Lisa Knight, LICSW READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Individual oupatient therapy for anxiety, depression, family, parenting, and communication issues. Interventions include CBT, DBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, solution focused and trauma focused therapy, supportive treatment.

Awards

  • Parent Educator of the Year 1999 St. Mary's Home for Children 

Mrs. Lisa Christine Knight LICSW's Practice location

Interpersonal Transformations Therapy, LLC

2180 Mendon Road Suite 21 -
Cumberland, RI 02864
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