She graduated from Northern Michigan University in 1989 with a Bachelors Degree in Social Work. Lisa worked in community mental health as a Case Manager before deciding to return to college for a nursing degree. She graduated with an RN degree from NWTC, then worked 14 years as an oncology nurse. She is currently in graduate school for Integrative Medicine. Lisa lives in Luxemburg with her large hockey family. Her hobbies include hiking, gardening and knitting.