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Elisa Lugo-Hanson

Elisa Lugo-Hanson, LPC

Therapist in Arizona

Relationship and self esteem counselor

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15 years of experience listed

LPC professional credentials

English languages

  • Strengths based
  • Trauma informed
  • Practical skills

About Elisa

Elisa Lugo-Hanson is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Arizona with 15 years of experience. She focuses on relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, self esteem, and career questions. Elisa frames clients as the experts in their own stories and offers steady support while people make changes they want to see.

She uses a practical, strengths-based approach in sessions. Elisa helps people notice what already works for them and builds on those strengths. Conversations aim to make sense of past hurt, improve communication, and restore confidence in daily life.

Her background includes leadership roles in behavioral health and program management. Elisa has overseen clinical teams, provided training, and coordinated crisis intervention across regions. That experience informs how she organizes care and responds to complex situations.

Elisa has worked directly with people affected by trauma and with those facing behavioral challenges. She has experience in clinical program director and behavioral health clinician roles, and has supported people involved with the justice system as part of her career history.

In sessions she focuses on practical skills for day-to-day life. That can mean improving communication, addressing self-love and self-esteem, or managing social anxiety. She encourages clear goals and steady steps so people can measure progress and adjust plans as they go.

How evidence-based approaches work in online care

Elisa practices evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and real-world skills. One common approach she uses emphasizes processing trauma in a paced way so people can reduce the power of painful memories and feel more able to manage triggers. Another frequent focus is skills-based work for relationships and communication, which teaches practical ways to express needs and repair interactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will discuss options and help determine which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, check the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, cut down travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people use a comfortable setting for deeper emotional work while keeping appointments consistent with daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career concerns. Additional focus areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, self-love, and social anxiety.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is practical and strengths-focused. She helps people identify strengths, set clear goals, and practice concrete skills for everyday situations.

How much experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional work experience in behavioral health, including clinical and leadership roles.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Arizona.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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