Aloha, my name is Lisa Fanning and I am a licensed mental health clinician that specializes in certified expansive and trauma-informed brainspotting in Hawai’i. My intention is to work with you through a collaborative therapeutic partnership to better understand yourself, change old habits, and progress on the path to being the person you want to be. I meet you where you are at, we work together to set your goals, and we walk the journey together in session.

There is nothing you need to do to “be ready” for a session. You might feel like you don’t know what to talk about or wonder if therapy is really something that can be supportive to you. This can be totally normal. You might know you want something to change but you are not quite sure what that is yet. Through brainspotting, we can work through identified feelings, sensations, and/or memories that are challenging, distressing, or even exciting to clear the blocks and expand your possibilities.

I try to lead a balanced life. So other than work, I enjoy paddling canoe, hiking, spending time with friends, and animals. I have always been known as a dedicated and determined athlete. Prior to canoe paddling, I was a short distance swimmer at the University of Washington. For me, athletics brings a place of connection, hard work, and inspiration. I am passionate about working with athletes and individuals with other high performing positions where the expectation to be perfect has led to anxiety, fawning, freezing, disordered eating, and a loss of identity.