Ryan Leslie

Hello! Welcome to my profile! I am Ryan Brooks Leslie, licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist. I'm glad you found me here. There are few situations in life which are comparable to being in therapy; A helping relationship based on mutual respect, honesty, humility, educated/objective guidance, and genuine connection, in order for you to better navigate this thing we call "life". Being able to say anything, without fear of judgment, reproach, or rejection can allow you to truly face the obstacles that separate you from happiness and freedom; to be the best and most fulfilled version of yourself. I completed my masters in Counseling (concentration in Art therapy) from Edinboro PA and my undergrad in Psychology from Bloomsburg University. I have spent the better part of 21 years educating myself and honing my counseling skills to people in this endeavor, and I must say I love being a therapist and have great confidence in my therapeutic skills and their benefit to you.

"The most powerful thing in the world, is an idea whose time has come"- Victor Hugo

While I have many methods to facilitate processing (talking, art therapy, mindfulness, EMDR), I believe that you are the expert of your unique story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming your unique challenges. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I commend you for your effort and I am here to support, empower and be a fellow traveler on your journey.

I am experienced in addictions, trauma (EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, improving social skills, existential life issues and transitions. I have found that it is often a combination of forces within and without of ourselves that create our unique situations that we need help with.

Every person and every session is different, it's one thing I love about being a therapist! That being said, usually In the first few sessions you will get to know me; my specialties, my personality, and the various treatment modalities I gravitate towards. I will also get to know you with inquisitive and deep questions about your past, present, goals and aspirations. We will then formulate a plan for addressing your goals and expectations.