Dr. Lisa M. Wineburg is a seasoned expert in the mental health field with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma-informed care. Her unwavering dedication to healing and empowerment led her to establish New Beginnings Behavioral Health Services, a behavioral health agency, and The Butterfly Effect Trauma Response & Treatment Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to providing quality mental health and trauma support to the community.

Dr. Wineburg is a distinguished graduate of Tulane University, where she earned her doctorate and conducted groundbreaking research on the effects of repeated trauma exposure. Her contributions to the field, combined with her innovative approaches, position her as a transformative leader in trauma therapy.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Wineburg’s commitment to service is deeply rooted in her community. A retired New Orleans firefighter, she embodies courage and resilience in both her personal and professional life. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., for the past 25years exemplifying a lifelong dedication to service and empowerment.

Dr. Wineburg is also a published author, sharing her expertise and personal journey through her best-selling book, Beyond the Scars: Navigating Personal Growth After Trauma. This impactful work combines insights from her own experiences with practical tools to help readers overcome personal battles with trauma. Her guided journal, Emerging Beyond the Scars: Your Daily Guide to Healing Trauma and Finding Strength, offers a step-by-step approach to fostering resilience and healing.

With a career marked by transformative impact and a personal story of triumph, Dr. Wineburg continues to inspire and advocate for mental health and trauma recovery in both her professional and community roles.