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Lesa Leavelle, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lesa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lesa. View 33 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Empathetic, insightful, supportive

Reviewed December 2024

Lesa has been pivotal in helping me not only get out of what I would call an emotional crisis last year, but also in helping me continue to uncover unhealthy habits & mechanisms I have developed surviving past trauma. She has recommended a variety of resources to help me develop new and healthier ways as well as delve into my past trauma to better understand my current patterns and oppirtunity areas .

Reviewed December 2024

More about Lesa

  • 35 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I have been practicing 35 years as a Clinical Licensed Social Worker providing mental health and behavioral counseling services to children and adults in a variety of outpatient. inpatient, school and medical settings. Some the presenting issues for which I have experience and additional training include addressing delayed effects of trauma, developing adaptive replacement coping skills, decreasing effects of anxiety/depression, family of origin and relationship issues, coping with grief & loss, increasing motivation, self esteem/confidence, managing chronic pain, decreasing phobic/avoidance behaviors, ADHD, autism and stress management.

When starting therapy, one of my top priorities is to create, as quickly as possible, a therapeutic relationship of mutual respect that provides a safe & nurturing environment honoring the courage it takes to venture into the unknown, share private information and to be willing to try some new things.

My style of therapy is based upon a wellness model that honors the whole person emphasizing that a balance between and within multiple spheres of human needs is the basis for mental and emotional wellbeing. So you can expect that in the first session, I will be asking you to share current and historical information about each one on these areas: Social, Emotional, Mental (thinking processes), Physical, Spiritual. From there together we will define areas that are causing you to seek counseling. I also work from a client centered model, which means we work as a collaborative team. Decisions about goals and priorities are decided upon by you with my professional feedback/ clarification assisting you in exploring/defining the issue and its priority.

From there we will be begin developing a plan to address those in the most meaningful way. Out of my tool box of interventions, I will recommend the evidence based ones that will be most effective. I will explain the intervention and how it works so you can make an informed decision about that course of treatment. The interventions that I have used extensively in my practice and for which I have engaged in on-going training include but limited to: Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT & DBT), trauma informed interventions, Solution Focused Therapy, Gestalt, Grief Counseling, Family Therapy, Client Centered Therapy. In addition I have experience & knowledge of psychopharmacology.

Therapy is a very dynamic process which needs to be able to adapt to a need for a change in direction. In order to keep to ensure the plan can adapt to your needs, each session we will be evaluating those earlier treatment goal decisions to refine or move in position of priority redefining treatment goals as needed. Also, we will process your experiences & results of outside assignments that occur between sessions. The pace, depth and direction of sessions will be up to you with my therapeutic feedback and support.

If this describes what you think will be a good match, I look forward to meeting you on line and support to take next steps so moving forward.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Dissociation Family of origin issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Lesa Leavelle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831645381.

  • LCSW · Texas · 12701 · Expires February 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
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Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Lesa Leavelle

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

33 reviews

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Empathetic, insightful, supportive

Reviewed December 2024

Lesa has been pivotal in helping me not only get out of what I would call an emotional crisis last year, but also in helping me continue to uncover unhealthy habits & mechanisms I have developed surviving past trauma. She has recommended a variety of resources to help me develop new and healthier ways as well as delve into my past trauma to better understand my current patterns and oppirtunity areas .

Reviewed December 2024

Lesa has really helped me understand my emotions better, where my anger comes from and helps me work through those issues.

Reviewed November 2024

Lesa has been great for me to speak with recently. Very understanding very interactive with my issues and things I feel like I’m going through and is very supportive.

Reviewed November 2024

Lesa is empathetic, non judgemental and was able to lead me to areas I could work on for myself for healthy healing & living.

Reviewed August 2024

Lesa is a natural, passionate, humble therapist. I look forward to my visits with her.

Reviewed July 2024

I am new to therapy but it has already made a big difference and I'm so glad I found Lesa because she has been a good fit for me. She is a great listener and gives very helpful feedback. I feel validated and encouraged by her and she has helped take a weight off my shoulders. She's helping me have a healthier relationship with myself and with my loved ones. I like how interactive she is throughout the week talking through messages and sending me worksheets. I look forward to our video sessions because she helps me work through my issues and it doesn't feel rushed. She's kind and caring and I'm grateful for her help and insight

Reviewed July 2024

Lesa has been a great support and resource to me. I’m so thankful for her wisdom over the last year.

Reviewed June 2024

She provides very helpful tools and resources. Listens and gives sound counseling. Validates my concerns and feelings. Presents different perspectives that are helpful. Highly recommend!

Reviewed May 2024

After my first visit my anxiety that had be crippling me seemed to ease up and get better ever day.

Reviewed May 2024

Lesa is an outstanding therapist. She makes me feel safe to share. She shows support, perspective, and encouragement. I have learned a great deal from her. I feel more peace a greater proportion of the time since I started seeing Lesa.

Reviewed April 2024

Lesa is wonderful! I think she is a great fit for me and I look forward to working with her.

Reviewed April 2024

Lesa has been a Godsend!! I needed immediate help with dealing with an ongoing situation that was too difficult for me to handle anymore on my own. I was no longer able to resolve the horrible emotional state this situation was continually putting me in. From the first visit with Lesa, she lead me to a better understanding of the situation and the why of my reaction to it. She is equipping me with tools to help my situation and also, in general, helping me understand myself and how to better my way of thinking! It’s added such clarity and reward! This all happened in a short time which is even more impressive!! Lesa, I thank you for giving me hope and understanding!!

Reviewed March 2024

Lesa is awesome!

Reviewed March 2024

Lesa, is great, she remembers so many small details that we have discussed over the last 6 months. I feel very fortunate to have her as my therapist. We connect very well and that is super important to have that with a therapist. I feel very comfortable with Lesa#

Reviewed January 2024

I have had a few sessions w/ Lesa & I really like her. She’s very attentive & I believe she understands my primary areas of concern and what I need to heal from.

Reviewed December 2023

Lesa is a wonderful therapist. She listens, asks questions, responds with solid advice and teaches me new ways to build my coping toolbox. She has a sweet voice and she is very easy for me to talk to. The process of healing is hard. But, for me, Lesa makes it seem easy with her graceful approach. She makes me feel like i am not alone in my journey of healing.

Reviewed December 2023

Lesa is so caring and insightful. She listens and thoughtfully guides me.

Reviewed November 2023

Lesa is a thoughtful, gentle, nonjudgemental, insightful therapist. My quality of life has decidedly improved since I started seeing her.

Reviewed September 2023

I highly recommend Lesa. She’s been a life saver for me. She listens and gives me the tools that I need and it helps. I am where I am today bc of her.

Reviewed September 2023

The perfect fit!!! Couldn’t recommend her more highly!!!

Reviewed July 2023

Ms. Lesa is an expert listener and has some awesome advice and keys to work through problems. She is knowledgeable, kind, caring, and let’s you figure it out on your own. She has helped me keep my emotions level and my life has definitely improved in every area. 100% recommend!!❤️

Reviewed July 2023

Lesa is very helpful, she listens closely and always try to undestand my needs.

Reviewed June 2023

Lesa listens to me and remembers what I say (even snap things that I wouldn’t think stuck out in our conversations).

Reviewed March 2023

Lesa is extremely supportive in helping me recognize and overcome areas in my life where I felt stuck. I still have challenges, but with Lesa’s support I feel we will come up with solutions to achieve my best life. Lesa is the best!

Reviewed April 2023

Lesa is a wonderful compassionate therapist with a lot of experience and knowledge in the field. As somebody who was very hesitant on therapy, she made me feel comfortable quickly.

Reviewed April 2023

I doubt there is a better therapist on this platform than Lesa. She’s amazing. Thoughtful, insightful, all around a great presence to have when you’re going through it.

Reviewed January 2023

Lesa has really good insight and quite joy able to dissect a situation to help me understand and process it. I take notes so I don't lose all that good insight and great language! Definitely pick Lesa to work with on the toughest issues.

Reviewed January 2023

She is a great listener. I came for one reason, but I am finding out so much about myself already. She asks great questions that get me thinking.

Reviewed January 2023

Lesa is the best therapist I could’ve ever hoped for. Initially I was so intimidated by therapy and she was with me every step of the way ensuring that I felt comfortable. She’s adjusted and aided is in each change and growth throughout this journey. Truly blessed and grateful to have her. I don’t know what I would do without this contact.

Reviewed December 2022

Lesa is caring, kind and a great listener. She truly cares about the people she works with.

Reviewed November 2022

Lesa has been amazing and so attentive so far. Very appreciate of her willingness to get to the root of the problem and connect the dots.

Reviewed August 2022

I am extremely thankful for her. She has helped me already in just two sessions.

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lesa Leavelle offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lesa Leavelle works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Lesa Leavelle speak?

Lesa Leavelle speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lesa Leavelle have?

Lesa Leavelle has 35 years of experience.

Where is Lesa Leavelle licensed to practice?

Lesa Leavelle is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Lesa Leavelle accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Lesa Leavelle does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Lesa Leavelle offer?

Lesa Leavelle offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Lesa Leavelle?

Lesa Leavelle can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Lesa Leavelle?

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