Lise Schlosser is a Mental Health Intern who will be joining the team part-time in May following the completion of her Master of Social Work at Southern Illinois University (anticipated 2026). She brings extensive experience in crisis support, trauma-informed care, and psychoeducation, along with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and stress through compassionate, evidence-based support.
Lise currently serves as an Online Crisis Counselor with The Trevor Project, where she provides real-time crisis intervention and emotional support to youth through text and chat services while assessing safety and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.
Her clinical experience also includes providing individual counseling and facilitating group therapy through her internship with NIU Employee Well-being, where she maintained a weekly caseload and developed psychoeducational programming for employees, including an eight-week group focused on supporting neurodivergent individuals.
Trained in Adult Mental Health First Aid and recognized as a Certified Trauma Professional, Lise integrates creative expression into her therapeutic approach. She often incorporates modalities such as painting, music, and writing to help individuals process emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies.
With a background that blends clinical training, crisis intervention, and creative therapeutic practices, Lise is passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces where people can explore their experiences and move toward healing and well-being.