Leslie Jones

Couples Counseling

I love working with couples to help them reduce the angry 'hot spots' that impede connection. Together, we identify triggers and repetitive patterns, and help find ways to rekindle closeness and intimacy.

Emotionally Focused

I have formal training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy. This modality has enhanced my ability to help clients see the foundational causes of the emotion that comes to the surface; the root cause is able to be addressed and remedied. I have been able to apply this theory to all of the clinical work I do.

Humanistic 

This approach looks at some of the obstacles or barriers that may be preventing you from living a life true to yourself. We all have many challenges inherent to life on earth. Knowing yourself more deeply can help shift life goals from "getting by" to honestly reflecting,experiencing authenticity, and feeling regard for yourself and where you want to go.

Anxiety

I have many years of experience working with the distress of anxiety and worry. It can feel tiresome and paralyzing to be gripped with worry, even when your logical brain wants to tell you "let it go." There is a ton of advice out there on how to reduce anxiety. Much of it is good! But sometimes you need to find a supportive space to express the worry, and look at ways to alleviate its hold. There are many techniques that can be helpful, and we can being exploring those together.

Self-Esteem

Many people struggle with some level of self-doubt or a lack of confidence. While not uncommon, it can be very painful to feel you are not good enough, worthy, or too scared to ask for what you need. Through listening, exploring past experiences, and validating what you are going through, you will strengthen the core belief that you are enough.

Loss or Grief

I have helped clients express grief over the loss of partners, friends, family members, the ability to have a baby, and pets. I have come to learn that grief comes in myriad forms. I maintain safety and expertise in providing a venue for clients to be heard and express the pain of profound loss.