I am licensed in Tennessee with 5 years of professional work experience. I received my MSW from The University of Southern California. I have worked with children, youth, adults and families in several settings. I have been trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and ADHD. I most enjoy working with individuals who may be struggling with stress and anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TN LCSW 8001
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She has made a dramatic difference in my mental health and is so appreciated!
Written on Feb 25, 2024 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
She listens, with empathy and provides great insight and tools to assist in my healing journey. She allows me to speak then provides suggestions on how to move forward.
Written on Nov 01, 2023 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She listens. That might sound like an obvious because she's a therapist, but you can tell she is listening to you and not just formulating some answer in her head while you talk. She has helped me look at things in a different way and be kinder to myself.
Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Leigh Ann is kind, knowledgeable, and supportive. She listens and respects me as an individual. She has been wonderful to learn from and work with!
Written on Oct 31, 2022 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very responsive and uplifting
Written on Sep 30, 2022 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She is very professional and truly loves the work she does and it shows through her guidance and therapeutic sessions.
Written on Sep 24, 2022 after therapy with Leigh Ann for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd