Lissette Torres

I am a seasoned behavioral health leader, clinician, and educator with over a decade of experience advancing trauma-informed care, addiction treatment, and community-centered wellness solutions. I am the Founder and Clinical Director of Synergie of Wellness L3C, a holistic wellness practice grounded in the belief that healing requires the alignment of mind, body, and soul.

I hold a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology and am a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) with advanced degree (PhD ABD) in Psychology. I have a blended expertise in trauma, addiction, behavioral science, and forensic evaluation which affords me the ability to provide deeply informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care to individuals and families while navigating complex emotional, psychological, and systemic challenges.

I integrate my clinical expertise with holistic wellness practices to help individuals reconnect with family, and create intentional change.

I approach therapy with the belief that healing requires the alignment of the mind, body, and soul. Her work is grounded in a holistic, trauma-informed framework that honors each client’s lived experience while supporting them in developing the insight, resilience, and emotional balance needed for sustainable change.

I view each client through a lens of compassion, cultural humility, and deep respect for their unique story

My approach emphasizes:

· Emotional regulation and nervous-system stabilization

· Building healthy attachment, safety, and trust

· Understanding the impact of trauma and past

experiences

· Enhancing self-awareness and personal agency

· Exploring the mind–body connection in healing

· Supporting clients through transitions, addiction, and

recovery

· Empowerment, clarity, and intentional choices

I create a therapeutic environment that is warm, nonjudgmental, and deeply attuned.

My philosophy is simple:

Healing becomes possible when we honor the whole person — mind, body, and soul — and work in synergy toward change.

The first session will be a calming and grounding experience. The goal is for you to feel safe and understood.

1. A Warm, Welcoming Space

I create a warm, calm environment where you can settle in and feel comfortable.” You will move gently and intentionally.

2. Time to Share Your Story

You’ll have the opportunity to share what brought you to therapy:

• What you’ve been experiencing
• What feels heavy or overwhelming
• Ms. Torres listens deeply, with compassion to

3. Exploration of Your Past and Present

Together, we will explore key parts of your history that shape who you — trauma, relationships, identity, culture, stressors, strengths, and patterns.

4. Clarifying Your Goals

Together you will identify your goals . Whether seeking relief, clarity, healing, or change you'll create an attainable plan.

5. Introduction to My Therapeutic Approach

Ms. Torres will provide an overview of:

• Trauma-informed
• Holistic and integrative
• Culturally grounded
• Strength-based and person-centered

6. Tools to Support You Right Away

I will share grounding strategies, coping tools, or insights you can use immediately. The first session, leaves you feeling centered and understood.

7. Space for Questions and Clarity

Transparency and trust are essential because comfort matters. Asking questions is also important.

8. A Sense of Hope and Direction

By the end of the first session you should feel:

• Validated
• Clear about next steps
• Empowered and grounded
• Sense balance and alignment