Tameshia Leonard

My name is Tameshia Leonard. I received a bachelor's degree in Science of Rehabilitation Services with a minor in Psychology. I also received a master's degree in Social Work. I have worked as a social worker for 18 years.

I have experience with running groups for clients with addiction and anger management treatment needs. I have also worked with clients that have life adjustment needs. I also completed individual therapy sessions to assist clients.

I am eager to assist clients with learning we are all on our own journey. There are no two journeys that look the same, and that is completely okay.

My approach blends practical tools with real conversation. Early on, we look at what's actually happening day to day: what triggers anger or urges to use, what patterns keep showing up in relationships, and what's worked before. From there we build steps you can use between sessions, whether that's a plan for a hard conversation with family or a way to catch a spiral before it escalates. I draw on motivational interviewing, so we move at your pace, and strength based, family centered approaches when the people around you are part of the picture. Sessions are collaborative, not lectures. You bring what's real, we figure out the next step together.

Your first session is mostly me listening: what brought you in, what you've tried, what you're hoping changes. From there we set a loose plan and check in on it regularly, adjusting as life does. Many clients notice they're catching themselves earlier, before a blow up or a slip, within the first several sessions. Telehealth means you can do this from wherever you're comfortable, on a schedule that fits around work and family.