Lisa Castellani

Board-certified pediatrician with 25 years of experience in general and developmental-behavioral pediatrics, specializing in ASD, ADHD, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Personal experience as a trauma survivor, recovering alcoholic, and parent of an adult son with autism and intellectual disability has deepened my commitment to quality, holistic, trauma-informed care. Currently transitioning into clinical mental health counseling, I understand that effective trauma therapy requires advanced training, specialized knowledge, and a comprehensive approach. My ultimate goal is to develop the expertise I need to become adept at skillfully practicing from an integrative approach to provide counseling services tailored to the unique needs of my clients.

Mini-Fellowship Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics 2008 - 2010

Greenville Hospital UMC

Board Certification in Pediatrics 2001

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatric Residency 1998 - 2001

Greenville Hospital UMC

Develop foundational counseling and interviewing skills, integrating academic knowledge into real-world clinical experiences.

• Gain hands-on exposure to quality, holistic, trauma-informed care, improving my ability to support individuals with PTSD, SUD, other SMI, and ASD.

• Build confidence in clinical abilities, including interviewing and assessment, case conceptualization, treatment planning, DAP notes, and collaboration with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams.

• Develop competence in individual and small-group counseling while clarifying my long-term professional goals.

• Observe and gain practical experience with evidence-based modalities such as EMDR and TF-CBT, laying the groundwork for post-licensure training in trauma therapy.

• Gain exposure to providing holistic, individualized care by integrating multiple therapeutic modalities to address clients’ unique needs.

• Gain an introduction to the inner workings of a counseling practice, including workflow, administrative processes, documentation standards, and interprofessional collaboration.

Silent Tears 2013–2017

Co-founded an initiative dedicated to supporting victims of child sexual abuse and violence against women, providing funding for direct services, forensic training, and public awareness efforts.

SC Autism Stakeholders 2006–2021 

Advocated for early diagnosis and policy improvements, including lobbying SC State legislators for Ryan’s Law and the PDD waiver.

Greenville Hospital University Medical Center – Autism Wonders Program 2006–2012

Partnered with the hospital to develop a dedicated autism program, reducing wait times for diagnosis and intervention. Collaborated with Autism Speaks, the Autism Treatment Network, the University of SC, and MUSC to expand services and improve early intervention pathways.

Julie Valentine Trauma X Center 2010–2017 

Funded forensic interview training and supported a statewide study on best practices for handling suspected child abuse, led by Victor Vieth, Executive Director of the National Child Protection Training Center (NCPTC).

Project Hope Foundation 2006–2020

Helped develop ABA therapy programs and autism education services.

Barbara Stone Foundation 2020–2022 

Board member supporting individuals with disabilities, including supported employment initiatives such as Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for those with ASD.