About

Hello, I’m Liz Baumeister. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I have been working in the mental health field for the past 11 years. I started my work focusing on crisis intervention, but have since expanded my knowledge in this field into many other areas.

For many years I specifically worked with children, teens, and families; including families involved in the juvenile justice system, the foster system, and with the Department of Family and Children’s Services. I am very comfortable addressing trauma, grief, and family dynamics. My work with youth and families has familiarized me with issues related to academics and the school system. Additionally, my experience has provided me with knowledge about human development and phase of life changes.

I also have experience working with clients of all ages addressing issues including: depression, anxiety, anger issues, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, as well as addiction and substance use issues.

Throughout all of my experience, I have developed excellent clinical skills and pride myself on my expertise. I feel most comfortable utilizing a number of theoretical approaches based on what the client brings to the session. I most often incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, systems theory, attachment theory, and a client centered approach. In older youth and adults I focus a lot on processing and meeting the client where they are at in the session.