Dr. Chris Leeth

I've been a counselor for over 10 years andI help people who seem fine on the outside but feel exhausted, anxious, or never-enough on the inside. My clinical background is in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), perfectionism, shame, and the emotional chaos that high-achievers tend to hide really well.

I’m direct, warm, and human. No therapist robot voice. No judgment. A little sarcasm. And a lot of focus on what actually helps you feel better — not just cope harder.

I use EFT and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy to help you slow down, understand what’s happening emotionally, and shift the patterns that keep you stuck — the self-criticism, people-pleasing, burnout, or “I must perform to exist” cycles.

I’m active in sessions: I ask questions, reflect, challenge, and use humor when it helps you be honest with yourself. My style is straightforward and collaborative — you’ll never wonder what I’m thinking or where we’re going in the work.

We’ll get clear on what’s bringing you in and what you want to change. You don’t need the perfect backstory — I help you sort that out. Expect a mix of depth, clarity, and a little humor to keep things grounded.

By the end, you’ll know the emotional patterns we’re targeting and what our work will look like: honest, supportive, focused, and actually useful.