Lisa Rosario, LCSW
Bilingual LCSW supporting individuals and families
- 25 years experience
- English and Spanish
- Trauma and relationships
About Lisa Rosario
Lisa Rosario is a New York based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, adolescents and families. LCSW indicates a professional license in clinical social work and reflects extensive training in assessment and psychotherapy.
Born and raised in New York as a first-generation Puerto Rican Latinx, she brings bilingual and bicultural perspectives to her practice, providing therapy in both English and Spanish. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Antioch University in Ohio and a graduate degree from New York University. In addition to clinical work, she has taught as an adjunct professor at the Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work for the past nine years and is in the process of beginning doctoral candidacy.
Over the course of her career she has worked across a range of settings and with diverse presenting concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBTQ issues, family and intimacy-related concerns, eating and parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Her additional focus areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, attachment and personality concerns, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication and control issues, and coping after disasters.
She draws on a wide array of clinical approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy. Her process typically begins with questions to understand a person’s history, symptoms, strengths and goals, followed by a collaborative conversation to identify priorities and a treatment plan that fits the client’s life and concerns.
Lisa is not currently accepting new clients. She offers an informed, compassionate approach grounded in decades of practice and a commitment to culturally informed care.
Born and raised in New York as a first-generation Puerto Rican Latinx, she brings bilingual and bicultural perspectives to her practice, providing therapy in both English and Spanish. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Antioch University in Ohio and a graduate degree from New York University. In addition to clinical work, she has taught as an adjunct professor at the Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work for the past nine years and is in the process of beginning doctoral candidacy.
Over the course of her career she has worked across a range of settings and with diverse presenting concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBTQ issues, family and intimacy-related concerns, eating and parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Her additional focus areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, attachment and personality concerns, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication and control issues, and coping after disasters.
She draws on a wide array of clinical approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy. Her process typically begins with questions to understand a person’s history, symptoms, strengths and goals, followed by a collaborative conversation to identify priorities and a treatment plan that fits the client’s life and concerns.
Lisa is not currently accepting new clients. She offers an informed, compassionate approach grounded in decades of practice and a commitment to culturally informed care.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Rosario have?
Lisa Rosario has 25 years of experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.
Is Lisa Rosario a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW 070226.
In which languages does Lisa Rosario provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Lisa Rosario located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Lisa Rosario as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Rosario through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Rosario work with international clients?
Lisa Rosario does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Rosario cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
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Licensed professionals offer a range of therapeutic approaches and can tailor methods to each person’s needs. If the match with a therapist does not feel right, it is possible to seek a different therapist until a comfortable fit is found. Online therapy can be a practical option for those looking for accessible, adaptable support from trained therapists.