Meet Dr. Lisa Avirett
About Lisa
Lisa loves people! She has a passion for helping those who have been impacted by traumatic circumstances.
Personally, she has been touched by adoption, divorce, miscarriage, pediatric cancer, single parenting, blending a family, loss, and more.
Lisa understands how the hard things in life can influence relationships, behaviors, and the choices we make. Trauma has a sneaky way of showing up in places we never expect, and Lisa loves helping people make sense of it all.
Lisa has worked hard to turn her own personal pain into purpose.
In 2016, she completed a MA in Human Services Counseling: Marriage & Family. In 2023, she earned a Doctor of Education in Community Care & Counseling: Traumatology. She holds two counseling licenses in NC; Marriage & Family Therapist Associate and Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. Additionally, she is a Dissertation Chair at a private university where she guides doctoral students in their academic journeys.
Lisa is proudly married to a Marine Corps Veteran and love of her life. She is mother to four beautiful children, and a huge fan of her son-in-law. She loves Jesus, the beach, horses, and she is currently learning how to play chess.
Which one is right for me?
Counseling
Counseling
Lisa is licensed in NC for Marriage & Family Therapy and Clinical Addiction Counseling. Being a LMFTA and LCASA allows Lisa to diagnose stand alone mental health disorders, help people navigate family systems, or co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Lisa can work with individuals and families in NC either in-person at her office or via telehealth. Counseling involves a clinical diagnosis and a receipt can be provided so you can request reimbursement from your insurance company.
Coaching
Counseling
Coaching services are offered nationwide virtually. Coaching does not involve a mental health diagnosis and is not generally covered by insurance. It is a supportive and non-therapeutic approach that focuses on improving an individual's well-being and emotional resilience. Coaching involves education, goal setting, and support to help people with non-clinical issues. People generally prefer coaching when a diagnosis is not needed, they need assistance overcoming a particular challenge, or they want to learn more about a certain topic.
Consulting
Consulting
Consultant services are offered to nonprofits and businesses. Lisa offers mental health consultant services to organizations navigating the nuances of life with those they serve or those they employ. Among her specialties are adoption agencies, pregnancy centers, nonprofits serving families, or businesses looking to offer additional support to their employees that increases employee retention and satisfaction. Organizations who invest in the mental health of their clients and employees have more positive outcomes and enjoy richer relationships.