Dr Leslie Faerstein, Ed.D., LCSW

With years of experience in psychotherapy, I have worked with individuals ranging from teenagers to those in their 90s+, addressing a wide variety of issues, diagnoses, and challenges. I am trained to work with Eating Disorders, Body Image and Trauma. I both work for a behavioral health company as a Supervisor as well as supervising clinicians in my private practice.

Welcome—I’m Leslie, and I’m glad you’re considering therapy. Before we begin, I want you to know that reaching out for support is a meaningful first step, and I respect the courage it takes to do so. In our work together, my priority is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can share openly and feel truly heard.

Our process will start with a brief, complimentary 15-minute consultation call. This gives us a chance to connect, discuss what brings you to therapy, and see if we feel like a good fit. If we decide to move forward, we’ll schedule a longer intake session where you can tell me more about your history and current concerns, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions you might have.

I am trained in psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on and explores the origins of problematic behavior and beliefs and I have training in different modalities as well. However, I believe that the most important part of therapy is the relationship we build together.

My hope is that you will feel supported and not alone as we navigate your challenges and hopes for the future. You can finally sit with someone you trust and talk about things that you have been holding onto for a long time - you can set down the baggage.

I look forward to meeting you and to working together.