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- CBT methods
- Strength-based work
- Motivational interviewing
About JaLisa
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with eight years of experience, JaLisa Giles helps individuals with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She works with people aged 15 and up and practices in English. JaLisa frames sessions as straightforward conversations aimed at practical progress rather than clinical jargon.
JaLisa uses a collaborative, client-centered style. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based approaches, Psychodynamic ideas, and Motivational Interviewing to guide sessions. That mix means she will help you notice unhelpful patterns, build on strengths, and clarify motivation for change.
She also addresses long-term and situational concerns such as aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, attachment questions, blended family challenges, body image, and feelings of isolation. Mood disorders, disruptive mood dysregulation, impulsivity, and multicultural concerns are included in her scope of focus.
In a first meeting, JaLisa tends to listen to the problem, the usual coping steps, and what the person wants to change. From there she and the client set clear goals and pick practical steps to try between sessions. Sessions emphasize honest conversation and turning insights into actions.
She notes experience with people from varied backgrounds and highlights working with people of color. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before scheduling. The therapist works in Texas and offers services in English.
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How JaLisa’s approaches translate to remote sessions
JaLisa uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and habits, then practicing small changes to reduce anxiety and low mood. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify a person’s own reasons for change and builds practical steps when someone feels stuck.She also draws on Strength-Based ideas, which highlight existing skills and resources people already use. That approach helps when clients are facing caregiver strain, chronic illness, or life transitions by identifying what has worked before and expanding those strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. JaLisa will work with each client to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. She frames this as a collaborative process and adjusts methods as progress and needs become clearer.
Specific session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work or caregiving by removing travel time and enabling shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow continuity of care during life changes, while still focusing on practical exercises and real-world steps between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, body image, and mood-related concerns.
Which therapeutic approach does she use?
The approach is collaborative and client-centered. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based ideas, Psychodynamic perspectives, and Motivational Interviewing.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with adults and older adolescents. That background includes supporting people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW, practicing in Texas. The credential is presented as LCSW.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process starts the initial match and appointment setup.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.