Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby is the founder of Growing Self Counseling and Coaching. She’s the author of “Exaholics: Breaking Your Addiction to Your Ex Love,” and the host of The Love, Happiness & Success Podcast.
Before you read therapist reviews you should know something: An ethical therapist would never ask you to write a review for them on Google, social media, or any other public platform. Why not? Because everything that happens in marriage counseling, therapy, and life coaching is confidential and extremely personal, and therapists are bound to protect the confidentiality of their clients at all costs. Asking you to post about your experience with them online, from an account your identity is attached to is… dubious, at best.
At the same time, it’s also important to know what other people think of the services and experiences they’ve had with a professional, or an organization. It helps us all know what we’re getting into — that’s valid, and valuable. Here at Growing Self, we have clients reach out all the time to talk about how much their work with us meant to them and they want you to know that their work with us has been really helpful for them. You won’t find Growing Self reviews online because we don’t ask for them, but I’m pleased to share the feedback we’ve gotten from our clients with you here on this page, in a respectful format that protects both their confidentiality and right to anonymity.
— LMB
What Growing Self Clients Have to Say
Growing Self Therapist Reviews, Life Coach Reviews & Marriage Counselor Reviews
I’ve personally seen eight therapists throughout my life and, as a couple, we’ve been to two therapists together. This was the first time I felt welcomed as a unit, as a couple.
We have had two experiences with counselors to date, the first as a couple, the second a 1:1 for me. Both experiences were terrible. Conversely, our therapist listened, communicated clearly, was able to take what we had shared and use it as the basis to suggest an approach that seemed based on our situation rather than pre-determined, and demonstrated sensitivity and emotional intelligence.
My career coach was so very warm and kind. She is also very insightful and helpful. I feel safe and I can be completely open to her. I came to her for help with my career and a fresh, professional, and third-person objective perspective. Our work has given me new perspective, and the courage to move forward.
Amanda, you have changed our lives. You have a gift that allows people to feel relaxed, cared for, and really open themselves up to having those deeper conversations that make such a difference. From the bottom of my heart, one woman to another, I want to thank you for believing in us and helping us work past our cycles.
What we uncovered through our work was how the bonds we build with our parents impact how we attach to our romantic partners. After years of never thinking I would ‘get it right’, I finally did by getting right with myself first. I speak up, I hold my partner accountable, and I truly believe I am worthy.
Being a newly engaged couple we wanted to find somewhere progressive for pre-marital counseling. We went into it with the intention that it’d be fun to do together and maybe we could learn something. Not only did it exceed our expectations but it was life changing. We constantly brag to our friends about how we went to pre-marital counseling and it was the best experience!
More Client Stories
“It has been really helpful to have someone else’s perspectives and guidance on our conversations, and my therapist has been incredibly easy to talk with. I’m surprised at how comfortable this experience has been for both of us so far.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“I feel safe to open up my issues to my coach, and she has assisted me to move forward. I managed to break the fence by thinking that this is investment for myself to make real change.”
— Former Client
“Dori is a good listener and help us hear and understand each other.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“I like the scientific aspects that our relationship coach brings in – like studies that support certain conclusions and her ability to create openness about our pasts and getting us to think of who we are individually and together.”
— Former Client
“When we decided to seek counseling to help our relationship, we researched several counselors–both in person and online based. We are SO grateful we found and chose Teresa!”
— Couples Counseling Client
“Our marriage counselor was able to immediately capture us as individuals and as a couple. After our first consultation, I felt like she really understood our background and challenges. It made us feel hopeful that we could and would work through this challenging chapter in our lives.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“I truly can’t say enough amazing things about Growing Self. My therapist is an awesome therapist/life coach who has helped me change my entire life. Nearly two years ago, I felt like I had hit the proverbial rock bottom. My career was burning me out, I suffered from major perfectionistic tendencies, and I was very depressed. Luckily, I met my therapist who has been such a guiding light with her wonderful wisdom and great sense of humor.”
— Former Client
“Rachel does an amazing job facilitating constructive conversations, identifying root causes, and formulating a plan for tackling issues. My wife and I have tremendously benefited from our sessions with Rachel. Our relationship is stronger and there is more understanding between us.”
— Former Client
“I have been seeing my coach for a few months now and I love her! She has already helped me with so much. I will be going to her for a very long time!”
— Former Client
“Linda has been amazing all around. I really appreciate the way she really listens and always remembers what we discuss.”
— Former Client
“Since we started working with our marriage counselor we have seen marked improvement, especially around our communication. She has really helped us gain insight into each other’s needs and values.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“Thank you so much for your great listening skills, your fearless empathy, and the gift of your time.”
— Former Client
“I’ve sought professional support twice in my life. The first time completely changed my life in a positive, productive way. I believe this second time is setting the path to do the same. It’s hard. It’s uncomfortable. It’s not always something I enjoy doing, but receiving support that is from a non-biased individual is oftentimes the perspective that I’m missing.”
— Former Client
“I love it and think it’s wonderful. I’ve referred friends who are in similar financial and difficult scheduling circumstances because of how easy and affordable this has been for us.”
— Former Client
“Online sessions are awesome if you are nervous about going to a physical space, or that physical resource is not available to you. I was worried online sessions wouldn’t be effective, but I actually like them. They are a great alternative!”
— Former Client
“This has been one of the best decisions of my life. I love that my therapist has a flexible schedule and offers weekend sessions. And I absolutely love that I can speak with her in the comfort of my home. It is so much easier to be vulnerable when you feel safe.”
— Former Client
“It’s actually very painless to talk to someone whose job it is to help you muddle through your own head. I would definitely recommend it if you’re having a hard time getting out of your own rut, or figuring out how to better motivate yourself.”
— Former Client
“It has been life changing already. I was on the fence for a long time and let myself get too far past where I should have originally seen someone. I wish I had done this sooner.”
— Former Client
“This has been the first domino in the changes I needed to make. I couldn’t have seen some of the aspects I needed to see without my counselor’s expertise.”
— Former Client
“My therapist has exceeded my expectation. I appreciate the judgement-free space she creates. She gave me perspective on issues I described. I love the way her brain makes connections. Also helpful: ‘homework’”
— Former Client
“Even just Kristy’s ability to listen compassionately has made all the difference for us. My husband feels very comfortable with her, and not judged, so he has been taking her advice. I see that is very positive.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“We both really like our counselor’s style. She makes us feel comfortable. We have been able to share things frankly with each other through her prompts and understanding way.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“My therapist has helped find words, concepts, or phrases that I did not know of; when I did not know, it often made me feel alone and invalidated in my journey. I enjoy having the opportunity to label my feelings or emotions… it creates validation, intervention, and progress.”
— Former Client
“My therapist is awesome! She’s very patient with me and gives me time to process my emotions. She’s compassionate, which makes me feel comfortable opening up. I can be vulnerable with her because I know she cares and has my best interests in mind.”
— Former Client
“I love the homework exercises I get from my therapist!”
— Former Client
“I have gotten so much out of my life coaching. The most helpful things for me were the various small ‘homework’ assignments. I need someone to keep me accountable for a while, and having to explicitly write something down has been useful for solidifying my thoughts.”
— Former Client
“We have tried working with other marriage counselors before but this feels way more productive. I love it that our marriage counselor gives us worksheets and homework assignments to do between our sessions.”
— Couples Counseling Client
“My coach was so helpful and knowledgeable, I looked forward to my time each week. She gave me info to work on before the next meeting and I felt it was really giving me a better outlook. I really liked being able to do it from home on video calls, that helped me a lot.”
— Former Client
“I have loved that I get to meet with my therapist via Skype. With her help I have learned so much about myself. I feel like I’ve had the opportunities to see my issues in a different light, which has allowed me to move from my place of feeling ‘stuck’ into a place of action. There is still work to be done. Success is a moving target, but instead of feeling hopeless and overwhelmed, I feel confident that I will ultimately get to where I want to be.”
— Former Client
“My therapist has always made me feel better after speaking with her. She knows my limits and when to push them. I can not thank her enough for what she has done for me.”
— Former Client
“[My coach] was a guide to help me see the patterns that had led me to a very unhappy place. I’m glad she didn’t tell me what to do, but to see what I’ve wanted deep down. I’ve altered career paths, and I’m much happier now.”
— Former Client
“My therapist has truly been a joy to work with. I can’t thank her enough for all of the ways she’s helped me change my life.”
— Former Client
“I’m so happy to work with my career coach Linda. She has helped me think more clearly about my current work situation and has opened my eyes to other work possibilities. She is a great listener (of course!) and has asked questions that have helped me to redirect my thinking about where I go from here.”
— Former Client
“I am so thankful for Dr. Lisa Bobby and her blog and podcast. My husband and I have been married for 27 years, but we were having major issues. I was browsing the internet looking for something that would help, and came across Dr. Lisa’s blog. I shared a couple of the articles with my husband, and we wound up having a really good conversation about what she was saying. Since then, my husband and I have been doing great.”
— Former Client
“My therapist was a joy to work with. I really enjoy her willingness to explain things and help me think of things in another way.”
— Former Client
“I have recommended several friends to my coach, as it’s really very affordable with Growing Self, and really helps shape your goals in life.”
— Former Client
“I so appreciate Dr. Bobby’s podcasts. I am going through a heart-wrenching breakup and learning so much about myself thanks to their guidance and support.”
— Former Client
“My therapist is excellent. She saved my marriage, helped us with coping skills/conflict resolution, made wonderful recommendations to ‘homework’ and really understood us. She is intuitive, smart, reads us very well, and pushed us just far enough without causing meltdowns or shutdowns.”
— Former Client
“From the moment I met my therapist I knew I was in good hands and we would be able to work together. She is down to earth, easy to talk to, honest, and extremely knowledgeable. She has been one of the biggest blessings in my life in terms of helping me find peace during a tough personal year for me.”
— Former Client
“I loved and appreciated the fact that you offer help via video chat, it was exactly what I was looking for and needed.”
— Former Client
“A very positive experience of growth, in a totally non judgmental environment.”
— Former Client
“Our couples counselor has been a great asset to our marriage. In the few short months that my husband and I have been seeing her we have grown so much in our marriage. We feel so connected to each other and have the tools to get through conflict.”
— Happy Couple
“Sorting out heavy feelings and emotions is hard work. My therapist helped me to sort out how I was feeling and provided encouragement that I did not have to work through all of the ‘piles’ at the same time or in a hurry.”
— Former Client
“I love referring clients to Growing Self. I tell others that Growing Self is an experienced and knowledgable team of therapists with a philosophy of meeting people where they are in their journey.”
— Former Client
“I have loved that I get to work with a really good therapist online. With her help I have learned so much about myself.”
— Former Client
“We tell all of our friends and family about our experience with Growing Self and how much we recommend it. It really exceeded our expectations and has been a crucial part in our life.”
— Former Client
“My coach was amazing, excellent ability to be both compassionate for the experiences that one has gone through, but be firm in moving forward toward healing. Great experience.”
— Former Client
“My therapist was a guide to help me see the patterns that had led me to a very unhappy place. I’m glad she didn’t tell me what to do, but to see what I’ve wanted deep down. I’ve altered career paths, and I’m much happier now.”
— Former Client
“I tell others all the time how much Growing Self helped me to work through a divorce and move on with my life. I feel that I couldn’t have done it without you guys!”
— Former Client
“My therapist is very professional and insightful. She held me accountable and taught me numerous strategies for coping with stress/anxiety. I eventually tapered my sessions off and have suspended therapy, and she helped me feel prepared for that.”
— Former Client
“I tell others ‘I love my therapist.’ or ‘I have a great therapist.’”
— Former Client
“Had a great experience – seriously one of the best things I’ve ever done!”
— Former Client
“Dr. Bobby is a wonderful, brilliant person. She was instrumental in coaching me with my challenges over several months. She is professional, caring and knowledgeable and I would recommend her services to anyone.”
— Former Client
“My coach was a terrific mentor and aided in the pursuit of answering questions I had on a consistent basis. She was extremely helpful when I knew where I needed to go but didn’t know how to get there, as we were able to create a road map together and create goals and thresholds to abide by.”
— Former Client