Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Hi, I’m Leigh

I am a person who believes in the dignity of all human beings. Outside the therapy space, I am passionate about being in nature, especially near any body of water. I like to learn, read, hike, cross-country ski, and mostly spend time with the people I love.

In session, my approach is curious, honest, respectful, and warm. There will be no judgment about what you’ve been through or how you have tried to cope.

I will come alongside you to create a safe space where you can do deep work to explore how your past may be affecting your present. We will look at how your thoughts and beliefs about yourself, your emotions, and your body sensations may be hindering or helping you. Together, we will nurture a sense of hope as you build insight toward becoming empowered to live freely out of your truest self.

AREAS OF FOCUS

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Domestic Violence

  • Emotional and psychological abuse

  • Sexual abuse and assault

  • Struggles with self-acceptance

  • Anxiety, stress and depression

  • Relationship issues

  • Life transitions

  • Challenges to personal growth

CREDENTIALS AND TRAINING

  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota

  • Master’s in Counseling and Psychotherapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota

  • EMDR certified by the EMDR International Association

  • Trained in internal family systems, mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, focusing-oriented therapy

  • 25 years of experience in domestic and sexual violence

  • Certified facilitator of meditative prayer

  • Certified spiritual director


MEMBERSHIPS:

  • EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION & REPROCESSING (EMDR) INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION

  • MINNESOTA WOMEN IN PSYCHOLOGY