Leslie Jones

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions or grappling with uncertainty about how to manage them? It’s entirely understandable to notice patterns in your thoughts and behaviors that no longer serve you. If you’re ready to embark on a journey of meaningful change, I’m here to walk alongside you and offer my support at every step.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), and Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technician, I bring a wealth of experience across diverse clinical settings, including crisis response, detox facilities, and individual and group therapy.

My approach is compassionate and integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). Together, we will work to understand how your thoughts and emotions influence your actions. With CBT, we can gently identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns that may be holding you back. MI will provide a space for you to explore and address any ambivalence about change, helping you uncover your motivation for growth. Through SFT, we will focus on your unique strengths and practical solutions that resonate with your goals.

In our work together, we will explore both current challenges and past experiences to gain insight into how they shape your life today. I am deeply committed to supporting the holistic healing of your mind, body, and spirit, tailoring my approach to honor your unique journey.

You don’t have to navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or everyday stress alone. Wherever you find yourself on this path—whether you’re seeking help for the first time or returning for deeper work—you are taking a brave and vital step.

I wholeheartedly believe in seeing the person beyond the diagnosis. While a diagnosis can offer valuable insight into how your mind and body respond to life’s challenges and relationships, it is only one part of your story—not the definition of who you are.

My commitment is to truly understand you—the whole, complex, and beautiful person beyond the label. I want to learn about your journey: Who were you before your symptoms emerged? What natural strengths and gifts make you unique? What activities light you up and bring you a deep sense of joy and purpose?

Now, imagine for a moment that I could wave a magic wand and give you the life you’ve always dreamed of—what would that look like? What goals would you pursue? What would your days be filled with? These dreams matter. They’re a vital part of your healing and growth, and I’m here to help you explore, rediscover, and move toward them—one meaningful step at a time.

Our first session is a chance for us to connect and begin building a strong foundation for our work together. Unlike future sessions, this initial meeting will be more exploratory—we’ll take time to review your intake information, discuss your unique experiences, and clarify any areas that may need deeper understanding. I’ll ask thoughtful questions to better assess how I can best support your mental health needs.

This session is not only about gathering information—it’s also about making sure we’re a good fit. At the end of our time together, I’ll check in with you to see how you’re feeling about moving forward and whether this space feels right for you. Your comfort, trust, and sense of safety are my top priorities as we begin this journey together.