hello…
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.”
-Anais Nin
Hi, I’m Leah!
I have always been interested in psychology and the connection between the mind, body and human behavior. My interest in the field, along with several meaninful experiences and influences in my life, led me to purse a career in the helping profession.
I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work in 2011 through Walla Walla University. During that time, I gained experience working in school systems and outpatient mental and behavioral health settings. I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Montana in 2017 and soon after began working in private practice.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults seeking support with:
ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Anxiety (Generalized, Social)
Depression
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Traumas (C-PTSD)
Perinatal Mental Health
Relationship & Attachment Issues
Self-Esteem Issues
If I am not in the office, I am most likely finding a new adventure with my three children, on my yoga mat or drinking coffee/tea/lacroix (depending on the time of day) with a good book.
I believe in an integrated approach that focuses on your individual strengths, needs, and goals—allowing for personal growth and acceptance through self-exploration, value-oriented goal-setting & self-compassion.
Credentials
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
State of Montana - License #BBH-LCSW-LIC-2600
Certifications
Certificate of Training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
Education
Bachelor’s of Science (BS), Health & Human Development - Montana State University
Master’s in Social Work (MSW) - Walla Walla University
Training & Experience
Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) -Center for Trauma & Embodiment @JRI
The Body Keeps the Score - Trauma Healing w/ Bessel van der Kolk
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Early Childhood Development & Parenting Training
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
Suicide Assessment & Intervention
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
Beck Institude - Essentials of CBT Training