Leslie Bazan

Leslie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and she is a bilingual speaking (Spanish) Therapist who completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences, from California State University Monterey Bay. Leslie has had the opportunity to work with a variety of populations including children with developmental disabilities, monolingual Spanish's speaking families, teens and young adults with co occurring diagnosis, such as addictions, mood disorders and/or psychosis in a variety of settings which include PHP, IOP, outpatient and community mental health.

Her clinical areas of focus include life stress, life transitions, traumatic stress, substance abuse behaviors, anxiety, grief, depression and self-harming behaviors, empowerment and resilience. Aiming to prioritize evidenced-based therapy practices and rely on well researched techniques. Leslie strives to give her client's the most transformative care. She works collaboratively with her clients to become in touch with their own authenticity, resilience, and strengths as she guides them on their journey of healing.

Clients can expect to work toward goals such as building emotional resilience, developing healthier coping strategies, improving self-awareness, and fostering personal growth. Sessions focus on helping clients navigate life’s challenges—including stress, transitions, trauma, anxiety, grief, and self-harming behaviors—while strengthening their sense of self and empowerment.

Through a strengths-based and resilience-focused approach, Leslie guides clients in reconnecting with their authenticity, gaining confidence, and creating meaningful, lasting change in their lives.