How do I know if Lisa Chen & Associates is the right fit for me?

We offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. It's a chance to get to know us, understand our approach, and see if we align with your needs. The purpose of an initial consultation is to determine if you are a good fit for working together. You can expect a 15–20 minute conversation where you will have the opportunity to share your concerns, goals, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This is also a chance for you to ask questions and get a sense of the therapist's approach and personality.

Our fees range from $180 to $350 per 50-minute session based on the clinician's experience, specialized training, and services provided. Lisa Chen's fees are $350 per 50-minute session for both individual and couples counseling. Licensed Client Session fees are $200 for individual and $225 for couples counseling per 50-minute session. Associate Clinician fees are $180 for individual and $200 for couples counseling per 50-minute session. We also reserve spots for clients requesting a sliding-scale rate to accommodate financial needs.

Do you accept insurance?

Lisa Chen & Associates are out-of-network providers. We provide monthly insurance statements ('Superbills') for you to seek partial reimbursement from your insurance company according to your policy. For questions about your out-of-network benefits, please contact your insurance carrier before scheduling.

What is your cancellation policy?

Weekly clients are allowed 3 free cancellations every 6 months, and bi-weekly clients are allowed 2 free cancellations every 6 months, beginning from the date of your first session. You will be responsible for payment for your normally scheduled session time for all cancelled appointments beyond this. Please provide at least 48 hours' notice for cancellations. You may always choose to reschedule and/or take sessions virtually to accommodate occasional scheduling conflicts.

How often should I expect to meet?

We recommend weekly therapy sessions for optimal progress. However, there are times when clients prefer to meet twice a week for more complex challenges. During your initial phone consultation, let us know if you are interested in more frequent sessions.

How do I get started with counseling?

The first step is to schedule an initial consultation by calling our office or submitting the contact form on our website. This allows us to understand your needs and match you with the best therapist for your situation. From there, we'll work with you to schedule ongoing sessions.

Meet Lisa Chen, LMFT: Your Partner in Emotional Wellness and Growth

As a former corporate marketing and business development executive, I know what it’s like to live under constant pressure — to perform, to deliver, to hold it all together at work and at home. Like many of my clients, I thrived in high-performance environments across investment banking, digital marketing, and technology — until I realized that “pushing through” was costing me my health, relationships, and sense of peace.

Today, I help individuals, couples, and families turn that relentless drive toward something more meaningful: healing, clarity, and stronger connection. My background at The Wharton School and Harvard Business School allows me to understand the unique pressures executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals face — including the ripple effects those pressures can have on partners and children.

In therapy, we work together to uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface — not just managing symptoms but getting to the root of stress, conflict, anxiety, or burnout. I integrate evidence-based approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Intimacy from the Inside Out, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

If you’re ready to feel more connected — to yourself, your partner, or your family — I’d be honored to work with you.

I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in Hermosa Beach, both in-person and online for California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

California License #140374 and Florida License #1680

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My Approach

How do people change? After decades of hard-earned wisdom through difficult challenges, I learned that change results from within and as a result of the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client. Across the many different approaches to therapy, the most important factor is your relationship with the therapist as an agent to change.

In my journey, earning an Ivy League degree and working for Fortune 500 companies taught me in the accomplishment of my highest professional goals, a sense of meaning and joy is derived from a relationship with myself, my partner, and my community.

Warm and compassionate, I am a deep listener. I am also grounded, so we can remain focused on resolving the issues that brought you into therapy in the first place. Together, we will work towards your goals.

If you're ready to take the first step towards positive change, don't hesitate to reach out. Feel free to contact me directly by phone or email to schedule your consultation. Whether you prefer in-person sessions in Hermosa Beach or online therapy for California residents, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

The address of this Hermosa Beach therapist's office in Hermosa Beach, CA is 2615 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 326, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254.

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