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