Meet Lisa

Professional, Compassionate Care
Grounded in Evidence and Experience​
Lisa Santiago, LPC - EMDR Therapist Alaska

About Lisa

Lisa Santiago is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Alaska, offering compassionate, research-informed therapy with a focus on healing from trauma and life’s challenges. She specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective, evidence-based approach that helps clients process and move beyond distressing experiences.

With years of experience in private practice, Lisa has supported adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Her ongoing doctoral studies in Developmental Psychology strengthen her practice, allowing her to integrate current research with a grounded, person-centered approach to care.

In her work, Lisa uses EMDR to help clients find relief from the emotional weight of past experiences, develop effective coping skills, and build resilience for the future. She provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can move toward greater clarity, confidence, and well-being.

Credentials

Lisa’s professional training and ongoing education reflect her commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care. Her background and training include the following credentials:

      • Licensed Professional Counselor (State of Alaska)

      • Registered with the Alaska Telemedicine Business Registry
      • National Certified Counselor

      • EMDR Trained with EMDRIA

      • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

      • Master of Arts in Counseling

      • PhD in Developmental Psychology (In Progress)