Leesa Varela is a Therapist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Family Conflict, Medication Management, School Issues, and Self Esteem. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
I enjoy helping clients better understand themselves so they can make a more informed choice about how they wish to move through the world. This is best achieved when a client feels safe, heard and not judged, so that is the essence of what I try to provide to all clients right away – a safe and relaxing space to be listened to with empathy and concern. Trauma and emotional pain can be difficult to deal with, and it’s a privilege to be able to support you as quickly as possible, with evening and weekend availability and two office locations for greater scheduling ease. I am a Trauma-Informed, Level 1 &2 trained EMDR therapist. I also rely on the strength of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions that consider the connection between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems and Mindfulness are also routinely integrated into the therapy process. I would like to spend about 15 minutes talking with you on the phone about your needs and hopes for therapy. I believe that therapy is a partnership in which your personal wisdom, and my ability to truly understand you, will help us create a plan for positive change that leaves you feeling more emotionally fulfilled. I look forward to hearing from you!