Haley Kisner, LMFT
I believe healing happens in connection—with ourselves, with others, and within safe, supportive spaces. I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one, working through relationship challenges, unresolved family-of-origin pain, and the lasting impact of difficult childhood experiences. I also work with those who feel overwhelmed or out of control of their emotions, helping them learn to regulate their nervous system and find a greater sense of calm and control. I hold deep respect for the courage it takes to turn toward emotional wounds, explore the effects of trauma, and pursue a more grounded, compassionate relationship with yourself and others.
My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration. As a trauma-informed and attachment-based therapist, I seek to understand your full story and explore the experiences, beliefs, and qualities that make you uniquely you. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood and empowered to move toward the changes you’re hoping for.
I have experience supporting individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan in outpatient care, community mental health, and intensive substance use treatment settings, and I bring that breadth of experience into each session. No matter your background or what you’re carrying, my goal is to create a space that feels supportive, collaborative, and tailored to you.
Therapeutic Style
In our work together, you can expect a warm, nonjudgmental space where your story is met with curiosity and compassion, and where we move at a pace that feels right for you. I view therapy as a joint process—one where we explore your inner world with openness and intention, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and gently work toward healing and growth.
My Background
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California [LMFT #163776]
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Tennessee [LMFT #2455]
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy, Lipscomb University | Nashville, TN
B.A. Psychology, University of Colorado | Boulder, CO
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Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained - Personal Transformation Institute | EMDRIA Approved
Certified Trauma Professional - Evergreen Certifications
Advanced Play Therapy Specialization - Lipscomb University
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American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)
California Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
San Francisco CAMFT (SF CAMFT)
San Francisco Psychological Association (SFPA)
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
"Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness"
- Peter Levine