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Lisa Scharff

Psychology Waterfield Psychological Services, PLLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic Pain, Chronic Illness,
In network with BlueCross and BlueShield

Introduction

I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 25 years of experience specializing in therapy for the emotional complexities of chronic illness, persistent pain, and medical uncertainty. My practice is built on the belief that you deserve support that understands what it's like to have your life reshaped by health challenges. I have extensive experience in integrated health settings with multidisciplinary teams as well as a track record of NIH-funded research and peer-reviewed research in the field of health psychology.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • Ph. D. #PSY7529 (MA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Feminism
  • People with Disabilities

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Christian
  • Catholic
  • Buddhist
  • Interfaith
  • Jewish
  • Multi-Faith

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Lisa Scharff accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Consultation, 20 minutes $0
  • Evaluation Appointment $300
  • 55-Minute Session $250

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Doctoral Degree, Clinical Psychology - SUNY Albany

Certifications

  • ACT
  • CBT
  • Clinical Health Psychology
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Trauma

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychological Association (APA)

FAQ

Is Lisa Scharff accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Lisa Scharff is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Lisa Scharff also offers a free consultation.
Does Lisa Scharff offer telehealth appointments? Lisa Scharff does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Lisa Scharff specialize in? Lisa Scharff specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Back Pain, Caregiver Issues, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Depression, Hip Conditions, Hypochondria, Life Transitions, Medical Professional Stress, Mindfulness, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Tension and Joint Pain, Neck Pain, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Perfectionism, Post-Operative Cancer Care, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sleep or Insomnia, Somatoform Disorders, Stress, Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Compassion Fatigue.
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