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Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
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Lisa Kays

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
1800 R Street NW Suite C-8 Washington, DC 20009
I work with clients who are distressed or confused by why they engage in the behaviors they do, whether it's addiction, anger, or relationship difficulties and challenges. I believe this is because my stance is non-judgmental and I genuinely believe that all behavior is rational given past experience or the actual situation, even if it is not helpful in the present. I work to help clients navigate how these behaviors may have arisen, to develop self-compassion, and then to provide support and strategies to do the hard work of adopting new, more helpful behaviors.
I work with clients experiencing a broad range of challenges, including relationship difficulties, life transitions and adjustments, addiction, trauma, abuse, narcissistic abuse and gaslighting, procrastination, decision-making, anxiety, depression, family-of-origin challenges, and grief and loss. I also have great spidey senses for diagnoses.
I am licensed to provide therapy and supervision in DC, Virginia, Maryland, Oregon and New Jersey. I run a Pay What You Can Supervision Group for pre-licensed social workers in those states where group supervision is allowed. I also have an associate, directly under my supervision, who has lower fees and may be a great fit for you.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lisa Kays PLLC

1800 R Street NW

Suite C-8

Washington, DC 20009 map

My website
I see patients in person, and use Zoom for illness, inflexible work situations, or other reasons that may merit access to in person sessions
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Addiction and Depression 
$255 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Video intro with updated hair! 15 seconds is not long, so if you want to know more, please email and ask!
Lisa Kays
Connect with Lisa Kays
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lisa Kays PLLC

1800 R Street NW

Suite C-8

Washington, DC 20009 map

My website
I see patients in person, and use Zoom for illness, inflexible work situations, or other reasons that may merit access to in person sessions
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Addiction and Depression 
$255 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Video intro with updated hair! 15 seconds is not long, so if you want to know more, please email and ask!
Lisa Kays

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $255
  • Couple Sessions $255

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I don't accept insurance, but I provide a Superbill for those with out-of-network coverage. Alternatively, if my rates are not doable weekly, I offer bi-weekly or monthly sessions. Groups are also at a lower cost. And I have an associate at a lower rate.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I don't accept insurance, but I provide a Superbill for those with out-of-network coverage. Alternatively, if my rates are not doable weekly, I offer bi-weekly or monthly sessions. Groups are also at a lower cost. And I have an associate at a lower rate.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LC50079786 Lisa Kays
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Catholic University, Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Virginia Board of Social Work 0904012378 / 2020
  • License: Maryland Board of Social Work 16958 / 2014
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I am licensed in Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland, Oregon and New Jersey. I can provide clinical supervision to social workers in Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland and Oregon.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am licensed in Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland, Oregon and New Jersey. I can provide clinical supervision to social workers in Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland and Oregon.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Addiction
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Spirituality
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with individuals struggling with relationship issues, which may be relationship with children, parents, co-workers, a substance, or themselves. Many of my clients have experienced narcissistic abuse or gaslighting or some form of chronic, relational trauma in their past. My style is informed by a number of theories and orientations, and is conversational, nonjudgmental, and dare I say, fun?
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with individuals struggling with relationship issues, which may be relationship with children, parents, co-workers, a substance, or themselves. Many of my clients have experienced narcissistic abuse or gaslighting or some form of chronic, relational trauma in their past. My style is informed by a number of theories and orientations, and is conversational, nonjudgmental, and dare I say, fun?
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

10 Endorsements

Michael Labbe
Michael Labbe
CounselorLCPCLPCNCC
Lisa is a sound psychotherapist with the capacity to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment in which to reach deeply and resolve troubling life issues.
Paula D Atkinson
Paula D Atkinson
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSWE-RYTLCSW
Lisa is smart, relatable, and so easy to talk to. Any client of hers is lucky to have such a wonderful woman on his/her side.
Judith Wides
Judith Wides
Marriage & Family TherapistMAMEdLMFTBACP
Lisa is a remarkable visionary, clinician and all around excellent human. She is incredibly thoughtful and grounded. Lisa is a true out of the box thinker, and skilled in working with complex and difficult cases. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Basic semi-conversational French
French

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Basic semi-conversational French
French

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I do not have a hammer, and you are not a nail. I draw from many modalities to craft a therapy experience that works for each individual. My primary philosophy is one of being client-led, highly validating, and experiential, as well as playful and fun. What we bring to therapy is often serious and painful, and the therapy doesn't always have to be. Healing comes in many forms.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I do not have a hammer, and you are not a nail. I draw from many modalities to craft a therapy experience that works for each individual. My primary philosophy is one of being client-led, highly validating, and experiential, as well as playful and fun. What we bring to therapy is often serious and painful, and the therapy doesn't always have to be. Healing comes in many forms.
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Lisa Kays PLLC

1800 R Street NW

Suite C-8

Washington, DC 20009

"
I see patients in person, and use Zoom for illness, inflexible work situations, or other reasons that may merit access to in person sessions
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
"
I see patients in person, and use Zoom for illness, inflexible work situations, or other reasons that may merit access to in person sessions
Photo of Lisa Kays, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Lisa Kays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW