Deidre McLeod
LMHC, 20 years of experience
About me
I am a Licensed Mental Health counselor in Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina, with 20 years of experience. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma informed therapy, and client centered approach. I have served as a rape crisis counselor, foster care therapist, and crisis response counselor. I hold certifications as a sexual violence and domestic violence advocate. Other areas of expertise include, but are not limited to; PTSD treatment, depression and anxiety, stress management, ADHD, grief and loss issues, veterans needs and issues.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and trauma informed therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe that as individuals we are holistic beings with physical, mental and spiritual needs. We will encompass all of these dynamics in our sessions together to ensure your holistic healing and wellbeing.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. If you are ready to take that step toward healing, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am a mental health therapist with 20 years of experience. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, and ADHD. I specialize in trauma informed therapy and have helped many people who have experienced trauma, abuse or sexual assault.
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My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am client centered and holistic in approach. I’ve been using CBT in my practice and have helped clients challenge reoccurring thoughts and manage their anxiety. I will help you recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. We’ll then use that knowledge to change your thinking patterns, which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life.
Christian Counseling
I incorporate faith into sessions as we are holistic beings with a spiritual component
Couples Counseling
I promote communication and connection between couples and teach effective conflict resolution
Trauma-Focused CBT
I am en experienced trauma focused therapist working with all ages and demographics
Location
VirtualLicensed in
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1 rating with written reviews
May 8, 2025
Deidre was very warm, a great listener and I liked the fact that we finished up our session with a plan to start working on some of my concerns right away.