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Rody Leonardo-Baez

LCSW, 15 years of experience

New to Grow

Virtual
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About me

Welcome! Choosing to seek mental health treatment takes courage and I am willing to walk alongside you as you move towards healing and hope. My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity and a holistic understanding of who you are, honoring your pace and your story. I also share helpful resources and encourage patients to lean on their community supports, including family, friends, and their church family.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I tailor my therapeutic approach to your unique needs using a variety of evidence-based modalities. More importantly, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported. A space where you can reflect, heal and redefine what a fulfilling life looks like to you. Sessions are currently offered online/in person in the state of FL and online in NY.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity and a holistic understanding of who you are, honoring your pace and your story. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported. A space where you can reflect, heal and redefine what a fulfilling life looks like to you. Sessions are currently offered online/in person in the state of FL and online in NY.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Since 2007, I've had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, Women and older adults navigating a range of challenges including: Parent Training, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Grief/Loss, Adjustment Disorder (due to moving or changing schools/employment/life stages and Gifted/High Achievers (perfectionism).

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Chronic IllnessDepressionFirst Responders/Healthcare WorkersGrief

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral therapy has been proven effective in treating anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.

Christian Counseling

atholic and Christian counseling are important components of supporting the overall well-being of the whole person. Recent studies show that addressing spirituality within the counseling process can help increase resilience. I often encourage the involvement of priests and pastors to support and enrich this process.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity and a holistic understanding of who you are, honoring your pace and your story.

Humanistic

I tailor my therapeutic approach to your unique needs using a variety of evidence-based modalities. More importantly, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported. A space where you can reflect, heal and redefine what a fulfilling life looks like to you.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

The use of mindfulness in therapy can help patients stay grounded and remain focused on the present moment. If you want it integrated into your earlier paragraph, I can combine everything smoothly!

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

New to Grow
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