Lisa Leonard

Lisa Leonard has over 25 years of experience as a school counselor and teacher. For more than 20 years, she has served as the school counselor—and now also as the campus minister—at St. Joseph Catholic School in Columbia, SC. Throughout her career, she has been deeply committed to supporting the emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being of students. Lisa has integrated meditation practices into her work with elementary-aged children, helping them build resilience, self-regulation, and mindfulness.

In addition to her extensive experience, Lisa holds a B.A. in Psychology from Stonehill College, an M.A. in Education and Teaching from St. Peter’s University, and an ED. S. in Counselor Education from the University of South Carolina. She has also completed specialized training in meditation with Mindful Schools and the World Community for Christian Meditation.

Outside of her professional life, Lisa is a proud wife and mother of four adult children. She enjoys traveling, spending time in nature, hiking, and practicing yoga and meditation.