Lisa Weber, Mental Health Intern

lisa.weber@wvm.edu

"I am a graduate student at Santa Clara University getting my Master’s in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LFMT).

The kind of therapy I like to provide is Mindfulness-based, which includes mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Mindfulness-based therapy integrates mindfulness practices of present moment awareness, sensations in the body, inner feelings and thoughts, our reactions to specific situations, meditation, and breathing exercises.

I am a proud first-gen Latina who is interested in breaking generational trauma while upholding generational strengths. I am a LGBTQ+ ally.

Some of my interests include cooking, dancing, sports, and traveling. I strive to be my ancestors' wildest dreams. "

Bleriana Beatty, Mental Health Intern

bleriana.beatty@wvm.edu 

"I am a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) practicum trainee from Santa Clara University. My approach integrates various modalities such as Existential, Psychodynamic, and Process therapy. I like working with both individual clients and couples.  

I am originally from Tirana, Albania and I am fluent in Albanian, English, and Italian. My interests include mountain biking, writing short stories, teaching, and spending time with friends and family. "