The Lola Therapy
Philosophy
I believe that everyone has the
capacity & resiliency to
transform themselves
…but sometimes they need someone else to help them discover the path to wellness.
My goal is to help my clients understand their thoughts, feelings and experiences so that they can heal and grow in the healthiest way possible. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, and solution-focused therapy, I support my client’s progress toward facing and conquering their challenges.
Through working with Lola Therapy, my clients will spiritually connect with both God and their inner selves to uncover the limiting beliefs that are holding them back, so that they can actively move their life forward.
It’s time to transform your struggles and insecurities into
self-love & true happiness
Self-love needs self-care to grow and flourish, and therapy can go a long way to transforming your struggles and insecurities into true happiness.
Happiness stems from self-love and it has now become my mission to spread this word to others.
Lisa Kelleher
Psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
MA in Counseling, George Washington University
I have been helping children and adults in the mental health field for 15 years.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Human Relations, with a focus on Psychology and Sociology, from Trinity University, followed by a Master’s degree in Counseling and Human Development from The George Washington University in 2010. For over a decade, I served as a licensed Professional School Counselor, working with K–12 students across the school system. During that time, I also completed a post-Master’s Certificate in Counseling to deepen my clinical expertise. After completing a three-year residency, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in 2024.
I use a blend of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, with a focus on helping clients recognize how their thoughts influence their feelings, behaviors, and overall life experience. In our work together, we gently explore these patterns to uncover new insights, build healthier coping strategies, and support positive, lasting change—so you can feel better and live more fully.
Approaches & Techniques
Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness/Meditation
Faith-Based/Christian Counseling
Strength-Based
Solution-Focused
The Story of Lola
Lola is my abuelita, my grandmother, my mentor. She was tough. One word that comes to my mind is fuerte… which is Spanish for STRONG. She was the matriarch of the family, the one we all looked up to and loved dearly. She was a single mother who raised five children on her own through hard times of struggle. She worked in a factory for many years to support her family and her skills were plentiful, including being a talented seamstress and extraordinary cook who turned any piece of food into a masterpiece of deliciousness. Even her coffee was amazing!
Abuelita was a highly spiritual woman who had outstanding gifts of intuition, insight and wisdom that she used selflessly to help others. She was fearless and independent, a role model of decency and resilience. She embodied the strength and love that has inspired me throughout my life and she modeled a life of resiliency over difficult circumstances. She created a life for her children that was full of love and strength even when times were hard. This is what I wish to bring to my clients, who are ready to confidently take control and transform their lives and relationships into joy.
My Story
I am a proud Puerto Rican woman from New York City. I grew up in the “projects” with a single mom who raised four children in a tiny apartment. Imagine the fights for the bathroom in the morning! My childhood was not easy, but I always felt loved and it definitely gave me character. I know what it’s like to be poor and struggling, and I know what it’s like to not know if you will reach your goals and dreams and have a better life than previous generations in your family. The fear of not succeeding is very real and can be difficult to manage without the right tools. With the help of a good head on my shoulders and a solid education, I was able to make it out and fulfill my dreams.
Since I was a young girl growing up in New York City, I have always been someone who cares very much about others and has deep compassion. As a lifelong learner who continually looks to expand and grow as a person, I have discovered that the big secret to true joy is loving yourself. Happiness stems from self-love, and it has now become my mission to spread this knowledge to others. Self-love requires self-care to grow and flourish, and therapy can go a long way to transforming your struggles and insecurities into self-love and true happiness. This is what makes me passionate for therapy, and inspired me to pursue a fulfilling career in this field.
Once I approached my 50s, I had an awakening! My spirituality and awareness of my personal power increased over the years and although at times it has been a slow, bumpy road, I believe that my experiences shaped me and enables me to better help others. My experience, education, extensive knowledge, and credentials, inspire me to strive to help other women achieve their dreams and transform into the best version of themselves.
