Lia is a trauma-informed therapist and yoga instructor whose clinical practice is grounded in a commitment to social justice and personal agency. Lia values collaborative learning and growth within the therapeutic relationship. She uses an eclectic, relational and playful approach to nourish a client’s connection with self, others and the natural world. 

Lia attended Simmons University, earning a Masters in Social Work, with a focus in child and family mental health. Applying her experience providing trauma-informed yoga to individuals in the community and within correctional facilities, Lia likes to integrate opportunities for healing movement into therapy. 

Lia is versed in guiding individuals through life stage transitions, trauma reactions, mood disorders, relationship issues, loss, experiences of psychosis and social anxiety. Her clinical practice incorporates creative, family systems, narrative, somatic and attachment-based modalities. She draws upon her background in community mental health and her understanding of human development to support clients access internal harmony and purpose.