Rosalia Warbasse

Biography

Lia joined UHS in 2104.

In her role at UHS, Lia supports health professions students who are completing their Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Master of Genetic Counselor Studies (MGCS), Master of Physician Assistant Studies (PA), and Master of Public Health (MPH) degrees at the School of Medicine and Public Health.

Approach

Lia’s counseling approach is informed by Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She works to integrate mindfulness approaches and trauma-informed care into all aspects of her work.

Language Proficiency

English

Professional Interests/Specializations

Lia has supoprted students in addressing ongoing mental health concerns as well as concerns that have arisen related to completing their graduate programs such as adjusting to the demands of their graduate programs, developing well-being habits that are practicable while in school, relationship stress, and career questions.

Personal Interests

Lia is from the Philippines and arrived in the U.S as an international student in college. Her father’s work as a diplomat for the Philippine government was a formative experience in her childhood. She has lived with her parents and siblings in the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, Greece, and Singapore. Warbasse has lived in Madison, WI since 1999 and her first child’s first word was “cheese.” She enjoys gardening, paddle boarding, and is a knitting enthusiast.