Supportive Therapy for a Thriving Life
Welcome to the first step in creating calm and building confidence for your adolescent daughter.
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As a girl who is driven and bright, navigating middle and high school can be a major challenge. Support her to find her voice, empower her to follow her values, and encourage her to create a thriving, joy-filled life.
Like you, the teen girls and women I work with find themselves a bit lost.
They have always viewed themselves as capable and smart, but as they move into the "next chapter" of their lives (stepping up to middle/high school, heading off to college, or starting that great new position/job) it feels like too many things are changing all at once.
Relationships are shifting, school/work seems way more challenging, and the effort it takes to be your best and stand out feels harder than ever. Thoughts of failure and constant worry take over your day and creep into your night. Although you might be exhausted, it's harder to fall asleep and the daily emotional grind is taking its toll.
Although you never thought you would, you now realize you DO need help.
I'm dedicated to support you learn how to overcome the emotional, mental and physical struggles caused by anxiety. There is help and hope to move beyond the barriers of your worries, beyond the weight of having to be perfect, and beyond the stressors of major life transitions. Learn skills to build a thriving, purpose driven, joy-filled life.
"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.".
Hello, I'm Leslie .....
As someone who has worked (and continues to grow) through my own anxiety and fears, I have experienced the limits that worry can create in life.
Connecting with my values to guide my actions and practicing effective skills to move beyond my fears have transformed my life for the better. Let's connect and talk more about how I can help you find more calm, joy and live the life you want.
How I Can Support You
Anxiety
Cultivate Inner Peace
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The constant thoughts of worry, dread and self-doubt don't need to dominate your life. You can find peace and feel more confident. Learn how to unhook from these negative thoughts and move beyond your fears.
Perfectionism
Embrace Self-Acceptance
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The pressure that comes from within can be exhausting. Learn skills to shift away from your inner critic and strengthen your inner cheerleader. Be your own best friend by focusing on self-compassion. Discover joy in school, work and relationships.
Life Transition Stress
Navigate Change with Resilience
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Change is hard. Although you were excited about the new school, the new job or the new challenge, finding your anchor can be difficult. I help my clients find balance during tough transitions and learn life-long skills.
"It's all a process, steps along a path. Becoming requires equal parts patience and rigor. Becoming is never giving up on the idea that there's more growing to be done."
-Michelle Obama
Questions You May Have
How can talk therapy support me?
Talk therapy offers a supportive environment to explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and gain valuable insights to lead a more fulfilling life. Unlike a friend or family member, as your therapist I'm focused on working on what you want to work on-- building a life of joy and fulfillment. We are a team that is focused on creating a thriving life that is in line with what you value most.
What areas does therapy address?
Therapy can address various concerns to help you better manage strong emotions, build stronger relationships, and feel more confident and calmer. Talking to a licensed therapist can help you gain perspective, learn new skills, and work on improving areas of your life that are most important to you.
Is virtual or teletherapy suitable for me?
Therapy using a virtual platform (teletherapy) is a great fit if you are busy but motivated. Clients who are more involved and engaged during, and in between, sessions see the best results.
You can fit teletherapy into your schedule where you are. No need to fight crazy Texas traffic. All you need is a private space, with internet. Log in and the session starts.
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If you are wanting to better manage stress, enhance self-understanding, build resilience, and navigate life transitions effectively, then virtual therapy might be a great fit.