Lisa Thai, MS

Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

Throughout my life, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside others in moments of both joy and pain. What I’ve learned is that true change becomes possible when we feel emotionally safe, deeply understood, and ready to take that step. In a world where belonging and understanding can be hard to find, I strive to create a therapeutic space where both are possible.

Counseling Approach

I approach therapy through a systemic lens, always considering how identity, culture, and larger social systems shape our experiences. My work is grounded in Narrative Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), while also drawing from additional modalities as needed to support a client-centered process. I believe everyone’s journey is unique, and therapy should adapt to meet their needs.

Modalities

Systems Theory
Communication Theory
Emotion Focused Therapy
Gottman Method Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Narrative Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Somatic Experiencing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma of Money Method

Areas of Focus

While I work with a wide range of people and presenting problems, some of my most common topics of focus include:

Anxiety
ADHD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attachment Injuries
Depression
Financial trauma
Relationship and family conflict
Trauma / Post-traumatic stress
Burnout
Cultural identity struggles
Life transitions and adjustments
BIPOC experiences
Family-of-origin work
Pre-marital counseling
Academic & career pressue
Self-esteem and self-image

Education

MS in Couples and Family Therapy | University of Oregon

BA in International Studies with a minor in Spanish | Virgina Polytechnic Institute and State University

Supervision

I do individual, couples, and family therapy throughout the state of Oregon
under the supervision of Van Kennedy, MA, LPC