Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Life Transitions and 4 more.

Leni Kouias

LCSW, 15 years of experience
Warm
Intelligent
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, substance use, or a major life transition? Maybe you're feeling stuck, dealing with self-doubt, or just trying to get through day-to-day life and it’s starting to feel like too much. You don’t have to figure it out alone. With years of experience in the mental health field, I provide a supportive, down-to-earth space where you can talk things through without judgment. My approach is collaborative and practical. I work with you to understand what’s going on, what’s getting in the way, and what might actually help in real life. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, stress, substance use and recovery, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and other patterns that can make life feel overwhelming or stuck. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real partnership. You bring your experience and what you know about your life and together, we figure out what makes sense for you and what actually feels doable not just in theory, but in day-to-day life.

Get to know me

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

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but there's no pressure to have everything figured out. Our first session is simply an opportunity to talk about what's bringing you in, what you'd like support with, and what you hope to gain from therapy. We'll get to know each other, answer any questions you may have, and begin creating a plan that feels right for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Over the years, I’ve worked in a variety of settings with people dealing with a wide range of challenges, including substance use and recovery. I try to keep things practical and down to earth. I’m flexible in how I work and don’t believe one approach fits everyone. I adjust to what each person needs and where they’re at.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I enjoy working with individuals who are working through life transitions, day to day stressors and developing goals to enhance their overall well-being

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Other specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Self Esteem

I identify as

Serves ages

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

My belief is to work with each client as an individual and approach our work using cognitive behavioral therapy to gain more insight as to how our thoughts are impacting our behaviors

Motivational Interviewing

You are the expert in your life experiences and in hearing your story we can work collaboratively to consider how to best meet your goals

, 4 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

February 11, 2026

Leni is truly a gift to humanity. Her humor is appropriate, clever, and thought provoking. Leni cares about people, not just because it's her job to do so, but because it's her passion. I am most grateful for her help, and support during a difficult period in my life.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Leni