About Therapy with Me
The struggles never cease.
You are tired of living with feelings of shame, frustration, and inadequacy, trying to hide your behaviors for fear that others will judge you. People who care about you tell you to “just stop.” If it were that easy, you would already have done it. Being consumed by compulsions is not something you want, but you can’t resist.
Envisioning a life without struggles led you to my website, and I would love to help you discover how to push these anxieties, obsessions, and compulsions out of your life so that you can enjoy a life that has been out of reach.
These anxieties and compulsions may have been such a part of your life for so long that it might be hard to imagine life any other way, but with some guidance and effort, you can finally have a life where they are not in control – you are.
Let’s work to overcome those struggles.
I have years of education, training, and experience that come together to help you overcome your struggles with anxiety, OCD, or BFRBs and give you back your life.
As your guide and coach, we will work together as a team, guiding you through the proven methods for pushing back the anxiety and compulsions that are getting in the way of so much of your life.
I’m committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to my clients and am always eager to connect with others who are dedicated to mental health and well-being. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together on your journey to recovery and growth!
Hello! I’m Dr. Lisa Junck MacDonald.
Helping others overcome struggles is my passion.
With an undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, I bring over 20 years of experience in providing compassionate, evidence-based care for various challenges.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working extensively in the treatment of trauma and PTSD, dedicating much of my practice to supporting those who have served our country. As a former staff psychologist at the Loma Linda VA Medical Center, I coordinated the Trauma Treatment Program for returning OIF/OEF veterans, delivering specialized care to individuals navigating the complexities of their combat experiences. My clinical expertise spans inpatient, intensive outpatient, and home health settings, where I’ve helped clients manage and recover from depression, trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety.
In recent years, I have refined my practice to focus more specifically on helping individuals recover from anxiety and compulsive disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors.
With a spirit of continuous learning and dedication, my goal is to provide the most current evidence-based treatments to support my clients on their paths to recovery.
Beyond my professional life…
I am the proud mother of four active teenagers. When I’m not at work, you’ll likely find me cheering on the sidelines at my kids’ many sporting activities, volunteering at my church or my kids’ school, or, occasionally, you might also find me on the track or the pitch, coaching youth sports or competing in master’s track and field.
Balancing a fulfilling career with a busy family life keeps me grounded and energized, and I’m passionate about helping others find their path to well-being.
