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Leira Balan

Therapist(she/her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I'm Leira! I'm a first-generation Latina therapist dedicated to helping others find confidence and clarity in their lives. Many of the people I work with are insightful, capable, and driven, but exhausted from constantly analyzing, second-guessing, and being hard on themselves. I'm here to help you break free from those patterns and create a life you love.

My approach to therapy

My priority is to work with you to create a space that feels safe and authentic. I'm here to help you align with your true values and take charge of your life, no matter what stage you're in. And if you're not sure what's keeping you stuck? We'll figure it out. Together.

What you can expect from me

Our first session will focus on getting to know one another better and dive into what you've been experiencing. Therapy with me is a space to step out of those mental loops, quiet the inner critic, and build a more supportive, compassionate relationship with yourself.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Latinx, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Inquisitive

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Nova University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relational, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1450 Madruga Avenue STE 302
    Coral Gables, FL 33146