Lisa Ghali, LCSW
Rockville, MD | Bethesda, MD
I approach relationship therapy believing that most partners want the same things, to feel seen, heard, and understood. Over time, communication patterns can break down and I help couples identify these cycles and explore new ways of connecting. My style is open, curious and collaborative, creating a safe space for partners to share their perspectives and begin understanding what’s happening beneath the surface. Conflict doesn’t mean something is broken, it can be a doorway to healing, growth, and deeper connection.
Education & Experience
- Masters in Clinical and Macro Social Work at New York University
- 18+ years of experience serving couples and families
Specialties
- Marital & Premarital
- Relationship Issues
- Conflict Resolution
- Intimacy
- Communication
- Sexless/Withdrawn
- Affair & Infidelity Recovery
- Family Systems & Life Changes
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute)
- Emotional Intelligence and Transformational Leadership
- Social Work Advocacy and Policy
- Psychotherapy and Neurobiology
- Teaching Men to Love
- Clinical Art Psychotherapy in Complex Trauma Treatment in Diverse Populations
- Resilience in Action: Why Some Bounce Back From Trauma- And How to Help Others Do The Same
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Master class: IFS in Action with Complex Trauma and PTSD
- Creating the Flexible Client: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a Processes of Change
- Queer Couples Therapy; Tools for Affirming Clinical Work
- Inclusive Care: Raising the Standard for Supporting Gender Diverse Clients
- Love Across Party Lines: Supporting Interpolitical Couples in Times of Tension
- Repairing Broken Bonds: Working with Couples After Infidelity
Lisa’s Approaches include the following:
- Gottman Method
- Imago Therapy
- Relational Life Therapy by Terry Real
- Emotionally Focused Therapy









