I am Lisa Davidsson a psychologist, a hypnotherapist and an avid surfer from Sweden with nearly two decades of experience in the field of psychology and mental health.

While I discovered surfing rather late in life, it has since, seeped into almost every aspect of it. In 2016 I relocated to Bali and gradually redirected my therapy work towards working with surfers. I am now based between Portugal in Europe and Bali, Indonesia.

In essence, what I do helps surfers catch more waves and to overcome mental barriers hindering their progress to the next level. Weather it is through getting over surf and water related fears, healing previous trauma, or working through mindset related obstacles.

Surfing, being a high-stakes sport, not only poses physical challenges but also mental and emotional ones. As you reach a certain level in your surf you will be faced with internal challenges. I help surfers identify the root cause of those challenges and help them work through it.

My Approach

When the pandemic hit and my retreat center was empty, I took the opportunity to delve deeper into hypnotherapy and learn more about treating trauma and holistic healing. I firmly believe in merging the empirical foundations of Western psychology with the insights from Eastern philosophies, offering a comprehensive framework for effective and healing hypnotherapy and coaching.

My therapeutic approach revolves around integrating various theoretical perspectives and evidence-based methodologies in a way that works for surfers. I aim to equip surfers with scientifically-backed tools to navigate their internal challenges, uncover their inner resilience, and become better at surfing and life at the same time.

With a blend of clinical expertise, empathy, and a deep understanding of human behavior and surf, my goal is to synthesize traditional psychology with holistic hypnotherapy, guiding surfers toward a freer more balanced and fulfilling life in and out of the water.