Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
Masters of Social Work, Simmons College, Boston, Massachusetts

Leigh Ann has many years of experience working with children, families, and adults suffering from severe and persistent mental illnesses. One of her passions is facilitating therapeutic groups and watching the healing power which exists within numbers. She believes peer support is the greatest gift we can ever give to one another. Leigh Ann has a history of working with individuals experiencing mood disorders, schizophrenia, and substance abuse. However, she also enjoys working with people who wish to further understand their existence, values, and personal philosophies.

You are always the expert in your life. Therefore, as a counselor, I will meet you where you are at and walk along side of you. A sincere approach with genuine compassion is my upmost priority when working with groups or individuals. I practice from strength-based approaches, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also believe that exploring past and present attachments with others, can help understand our current behavioral patterns. Life is a journey, and it would be my privilege to be a part of yours.

“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen.” –Elisaeth Kubler-Ross