Leonard Tedesco

Hi everyone, welcome to my headway profile. I am glad that you are engaged in this journey of self-help and interested in learning more about therapy. I recognize that, for many, therapy, is a big step in trying to improve their lives, and people can be nervous or unfamiliar with therapy, at first. Regardless of any stigmas attached to therapy, I firmly believe in the importance of therapy and that this process has helped many people. I strive to make the therapeutic environment a comfortable and non-judgmental place where clients feel they can fully express themselves.

I am originally from New York- born and raised. I moved to Chicago in June of 2025 and I am living and experiencing a new city. I have worked with a variety of clients, including those of different ages and backgrounds. My areas of focus, include, but not limited to, 1) Grief and Loss 2) Family and personal relationships, including divorce, marriage, and romantic relationships 3) Emotional Regulation and anger management, 4) Anxiety and stress 5) Life Transitions.

I am here to listen to your story, your narrative, as we embark on this journey called life. I attempt my best to make the therapy environment feel comfortable and safe for the client. Lastly, I feel that it is important for myself as the therapist to have a grounded, "down to earth" and realistic approach in therapy, as clients reach their goals.

During the first session, I will introduce myself and get to know you as well. We will begin to discuss goals of treatment and the different steps to achieve realistic goals in treatment.

We will also discuss the expectations of therapy, specifically in the virtual format and what you, the client, would like to get out of the therapeutic experience.