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Dr. Jaquain Leycock

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have extensive experience supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of personal growth. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in community mental health, private practice, and multidisciplinary care settings, giving me the opportunity to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences.

I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, and other challenges that can make it difficult to feel like yourself or move forward. I understand that each person brings a unique story to therapy, and I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable exploring yours. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, and develop the tools and confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change in your life.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence‐based practice. I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and my role is to help you explore your experiences, identify patterns, and build tools that support meaningful change. I draw from modalities such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and strengths‐based therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.

I work to create a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and empowering, where you can speak openly and move at a pace that feels right for you. I balance warmth with gentle challenge, helping you gain insight while also developing practical strategies you can use in daily life. My focus is always on helping you build resilience, deepen self‐understanding, and move toward the life you want.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and begin building a comfortable, trusting relationship. I’ll invite you to share what’s been going on in your life, what feels heavy or confusing, and what you’re hoping to change. We’ll talk about your story, your strengths, and what you want your life to look like moving forward.

I create an environment that is open, relaxed, and genuinely supportive, where you can speak freely without judgment. We’ll discuss what therapy can offer, explore initial goals, and identify a few practical steps or coping strategies you can begin using right away. I hope that you leave the first session feeling heard, grounded, and encouraged about the work ahead.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    Other - Doctorate at University of Kentucky, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Widener University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English