Lisa Rakusin is a licensed clinical social worker in California (CA LCSW 76969) with 11 years of professional experience. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, depression, life transitions, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, anger management, self-esteem challenges, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and trauma and abuse.

She approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses resources that can help address the issues they face. Seeking support takes courage, and she aims to offer steady encouragement and practical guidance as people take the first steps toward change.

Her work is supportive and collaborative – she partners with clients to build coping skills, process emotions, and create a clearer path forward toward a more fulfilling and happier life.