Lisa Rosario, LCSW
Bilingual LCSW with extensive clinical experience
- English and Spanish
- Trauma and relationships
- Adjunct professor
About Lisa Rosario
Lisa Rosario is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York who brings 25 years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. A first-generation Puerto Rican Latinx born and raised in New York, she is fully bilingual in English and Spanish and draws on her bicultural background to connect with diverse clients. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Antioch University in Ohio and completed her graduate training at New York University. In addition to clinical practice, she has taught as an Adjunct Professor at Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work for nine years and is in the process of beginning doctoral candidacy.
Throughout her career she has worked across a range of settings with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families, addressing concerns such as depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, pain management, symptoms related to ADHD, sexual and physical abuse, relationship and family issues, addictions, immigration-related struggles, and more. Her experience has included both short-term and longer-term interventions, tailored to each person’s situation.
When beginning work together she asks questions to understand the presenting concerns, personal history, symptoms, relationships, strengths, and goals. From there she and the client assess the situation and discuss next steps, including a treatment plan that prioritizes the most pressing issues and outlines methods to address them. She invites prospective clients to ask questions about the process and notes that interested individuals can message her through Better Help to set up an initial time for contact. She looks forward to meeting potential clients and encourages those considering therapy to take the first step.
Throughout her career she has worked across a range of settings with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families, addressing concerns such as depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, pain management, symptoms related to ADHD, sexual and physical abuse, relationship and family issues, addictions, immigration-related struggles, and more. Her experience has included both short-term and longer-term interventions, tailored to each person’s situation.
When beginning work together she asks questions to understand the presenting concerns, personal history, symptoms, relationships, strengths, and goals. From there she and the client assess the situation and discuss next steps, including a treatment plan that prioritizes the most pressing issues and outlines methods to address them. She invites prospective clients to ask questions about the process and notes that interested individuals can message her through Better Help to set up an initial time for contact. She looks forward to meeting potential clients and encourages those considering therapy to take the first step.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
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 are 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic approaches for effective online care
Lisa Rosario uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as core methods in her practice. ACT focuses on helping people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. CBT is a skills-oriented approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, making it useful for depression, anxiety, and many day-to-day challenges.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lisa approaches that choice collaboratively. She works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and circumstances, then tailors methods and a treatment plan that fit those needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy with Lisa can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, manage logistical barriers, and access regular support from licensed professionals without having to travel to an office.