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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 113 ratings

Angela Lisak

LCSW, 19 years of experience

Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I hold licenses as a clinical social worker and a clinical addiction counselor. My educational background includes a BA in Psychology from Purdue University and a Master's in Social Work from Indiana University (2006). My experience includes 8 years in private practice, 12 years addressing the needs of DCS/probation/court-ordered clients, 7 years in a jail setting (including 6 years as a clinical supervisor), and a role as a clinical director at an addiction recovery center. My experience spans working with first responders, groups, couples, and individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, suicidal thoughts, crisis situations, gender issues, adjustment disorder, parenting challenges, stress, self-esteem, codependency, relationship difficulties, and more.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is focused on getting acquainted and gathering comprehensive information. Although intake forms provide some understanding, often there are more questions that arise. If needed, you will be provided with a variety of tools and tasks to equip you for the following sessions.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I tailor treatment to the individual, which may include one, or many, different modalities.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I won't set goals for you until I'm certain you can reach them, and you won't be alone in this journey. As a compassionate and caring individual, I am extremely resourceful and can provide you with the tools necessary to live a healthy and fulfilling life. I will certainly encourage you to become the best version of yourself! However, I don't enable. My method is focused on ensuring the best results for you, telling you what you need to know and do, rather than what you want to hear. I aim to optimize your time, understanding its value.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Addictions. Anxiety. Depression. Couples. Divorce/separation. PTSD. Incarceration. Crisis Intervention. Suicidal Ideation. ADHD. Bipolar disorder. Trauma.

Specialties

Top specialties

Addiction
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling

Other specialties

ADHD
Bipolar Disorder
Grief
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I identify as

White
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Illinois
Indiana

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
AvMed
Cash - $130 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Medicaid - Managed Health Services
Managed Health Services (Managed Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 113 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

May 17, 2025

Angela is very good at listening and then giving direct feedback. I also love how she asks questions to help me think about situations? She engages and has very good insight into the issues we talk about.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 25 with Angela

April 16, 2025

She has been very nice and our first session felt comfortable.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Angela

February 9, 2025

Angela was very kind. I’m excited about our future appointment.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Angela