Lianna Semonsen is a Clinical Social Work Associate in the state of Oregon. She takes a person-centered and empathy-driven approach to therapy, recognizing the strengths and expertise each client brings to the space. Lianna works with clients ages 3 and up and ensures that her therapy practice is trauma-informed and tailored to each client’s unique situation. She utilizes a variety of techniques for both children and adults including DBT, CBT, and Play Therapy. Lianna is proud to practice animal-assisted therapy with her gentle and friendly therapy dog, Piper, and believes strongly in the power of the human-animal connection. Lianna strives to create a welcoming and warm space for all clients to explore and build upon their own stories and lives.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Sciences – Pomona College
- Master of Social Work – University of Denver
Supervisors
- MaryBeth Hernandez, LCSW
- Monica Meyer Pankow, LMFT
- Dr. Nicole La Verne, PsyD, LPC, MAC, CADC III, ACS, CCHt
License
- Clinical Social Work Associate
Additional Training
Lianna has completed a variety of trainings including for DBT, Motivational Interviewing, domestic violence treatment, and has obtained several Animal-Assisted Therapy certificates.
About Me
Lianna enjoys cooking and baking, reading, crocheting, and going for long walks with her dog.