Liz Baumeister (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker #75880

Clinical Supervisor

Services I Offer

In-office and virtual sessions for:

• Couples counseling

• Family therapy

• Individual therapy (teens, adults)

• Parent support therapy

Specialties and Focus Areas

• Relationship problems

• Trauma

• Substance use

My approach

If you’re seeking a therapist who is direct yet compassionate and encourages you to embrace positive change, I may be the right fit for you. My client-centered approach emphasizes humor and humility, making even the toughest topics manageable and often enjoyable. I utilize a blend of systems theory, attachment theory, harm reduction, and strengths-based frameworks, tailoring my practice to meet your unique needs. I have a special passion for working with clients to improve high conflict relationships. While I work with clients across the age spectrum, I particularly resonate with older teens and adults, especially those who have struggled to find the right therapeutic match or have experienced higher levels of care. My focus areas include substance use, trauma, and life transitions, and I strive to create a safe space where we can collaboratively explore your challenges and aspirations. If you're comparison shopping for a therapist, you'll find that my approach balances rigor with warmth, setting me apart in the therapeutic landscape.

About Me

When I’m not working, I love to indulge in cooking and exploring new restaurants, which fuels my creativity and appreciation for different cultures. I enjoy spending time traveling, being outdoors, working on art projects, and indulging in my favorite TV shows. Fun fact: I have two cats named after Game of Thrones characters—Tormund Giantsbane and Nymeria.

Therapeutic Modalities I am Trained to Use

• Acceptance and commitment therapy

• Art therapy

• Attachment-based therapy

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (trauma-informed)

• Crisis intervention

• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)

• Gender affirming care

Education and Certifications

• MSW from San Jose State University

• BS in Psychology from Santa Clara University

• Completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and uses Gottman Method Couples Therapy in her work with couples

• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

• Trained in TF-CBT

Work Experience

• Clinical Supervisor at Family Therapy Center

• Behavioral Health Clinician II at Foothill Community Health Center

• Outpatient Therapist at Seneca Family of Agencies

• Outpatient Therapist at Community Solutions

• Residential Relief Counselor at S.T.A.R. Programs

• Crisis Support Counselor at Stehanie Young Consultants, Inc.

• Telephone Crisis Counselor Volunteer at Bill Wilson Center

Other Areas of Concern I Work With

• Family conflict

• Aggression or violence

• Oppositional defiant behaviors

• Divorce

• Life transitions