(She/Her)
Hey! I'm LeeAnne, a FL-based Therapist. I work with children, adolescents, and women across Florida, both in-person and virtually. My approach is warm, grounded, and practical. I create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves, while also gaining tools to move forward in meaningful ways. With a background in education and differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students, I find that skill useful in therapy and meeting the diverse needs of clients. Everyone needs, and deserves a unique therapy experience that is professional and clinical, yet deeply human. We work together to create that. With teens and adults, sessions are conversational, reflective, and skill-focused, helping you better understand yourself, shift unhelpful patterns, and feel more steady day to day. I work with teens and women (18+) who feel anxious, stuck, or disconnected from themselves, whether that comes from life experiences, past hurt, or just not knowing what’s next. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or emotional overwhelm, but they’re also thoughtful, motivated, and ready for change. This population seems to benefit from being connected to a strong sense of self and a strong sense of belonging. We start on day one. With children, I use play-based and sandtray therapy to help them express emotions, build regulation skills, and work through challenges in a way that feels natural and safe. My "teacher and mama " roles enhance the child therapy experience. I support clients navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, life transitions, and identity development. My work is informed by CBT, DBT, and parts-based (IFS-informed) approaches, as well as attachment-focused care. This is a space that’s warm, real, and supportive, where you can be fully yourself, explore your inner world, and build clarity and confidence as you move forward.
We’ll start with introductions, and I’ll focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can share what’s happening in your world. I’ll review a few basics (like informed consent and the telehealth platform), then we’ll talk about your goals and what you hope to get out of our time together. I’ll also share more about my approach and experience so we can decide together if this feels like the right fit. If it does, we’ll schedule next session, and get started. If not, I’m happy to help you explore other options, because the right therapist match truly matters.
One of my greatest strengths is listening with genuine care and creating a safe, supportive space where you can share your story and truly be yourself. I approach each session with warmth, curiosity, and compassion, so you feel comfortable exploring your emotions, beliefs, and patterns, without judgment. With years of experience working with children, teens, and women, I help clients gently identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that often stem from trauma or ruptured attachment experiences. Together, we work to shift those patterns, build healthier skills, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. When helpful, we can also explore early experiences to heal what’s still impacting you today.
You might be the kind of person who seems like you have it together on the outside, but internally, it feels a lot heavier than it looks. You overthink. You replay conversations. You care deeply about how you show up in relationships, but sometimes end up people-pleasing, second-guessing yourself, or feeling emotionally drained. Maybe you’re anxious and can’t fully relax, even when things are “fine.” Or you feel stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, reacting in ways you wish you could change, pulling away, or feeling disconnected from yourself. You’re thoughtful, self-aware, and probably the one others come to for support, but you don’t always know where to put your own feelings. For kiddos, this may look like irritability, friendship issues, withdrawal, school problems, sadness, appetite or sleep changes, stomach aches, headaches, not wanting to go somewhere they've previously enoyed, a change in behaviors. (I treat clients, but do not get involved in family disputes or court issues with parenting concerns unless subpoenaed)) For teens, this might look like pressure at school, comparison on social media, friendship or relationship stress, or trying to figure out who you are and where you fit. For women, it might be burnout, relationship patterns, life transitions, or the quiet sense that something isn’t working—even if you can’t fully explain why. You don’t need to be in crisis to come to therapy, but you are ready to understand yourself better, feel more grounded, and make meaningful changes. If you’re looking for a space that feels supportive, honest, and actually helpful, not just surface-level, this may be a good fit.
Attachment-based
Feel stuck?!?! Many adult women reach a point in this phase of life where they just feel stuck. There is a reason for this! All adults have experienced life from the lens of an infant, child, and adolescent first. During these phases, there is real or perceived attachment, abandonment, trauma, and painful or faulty narratives that live within our body and mind until they're brought to consciousness and addressed. These life experiences drive many thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in adulthood; some of which are adaptive and functional (increased Faith, exercising, meditating, confidence, etc..), while others are maladaptive and not functional (substance abuse, anger, co-dependence, low self-worth, etc..) , causing havoc or stress in a client's life. Taking a client back and working forward, paying close attention to all the details, resolving things as we go, is a part of the inner child work I do with clients who wish to do so. Connecting with your inner child can be a very powerful and liberating experience. 🩷
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindset matters; let's discover yours. Shifting your mindset can make all the difference in so many areas of your life.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy posits that both acceptance and change can exist in the same space. These are just a few examples of the concept of Holding Two Truths: *I can be incredibly angry at someone, and still love them deeply. *I am terrified to move, but excited at the possible opportunities. *I can ask for help AND be independent. *I'm excited to go to the party with my friends AND I'm anxious. DBT offers strategies that empower you to both accept what needs to be accepted and change what needs adjustment.
Integrative
Each client needs a little something different to meet their needs. I use an integrative approach to meet each client where they are. Some clients benefit greatly from simply telling their story in a safe place, in a space they can unpack and process it as they are able to share it. While, other clients need a more directive approach. I work hard to blend therapeutic styles to the specific needs of each of my clients.
Mind-body approach
SANDTRAY THERAPY - In the office, Sandtray therapy is available to all clients. BEACH THERAPY - Inquire about this as an option; the sand and waves can be very grounding. Beach Walk & Talk Therapy is available.
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February 26, 2025
Great experience, looking forward to working together!