Leslie Shakespeare, LICSW

I am an LICSW with extensive expertise in counseling adults with anxiety, depression, trauma history, self-esteem, ADHD, relationship and work issues.

For over 28 years I have provided individual counseling to a diverse, multicultural client population. I have specialized training in trauma and anxiety, self-esteem and relationship issues, ADHD, 12-step recovery, as well as career and performance challenges. My current work incorporates Internal Family Systems and other mind-body approaches, as well as Mindfulness CBT, and solution-focused therapy. I also offer life coaching.

My approach is active and collaborative; it draws upon clients' strengths and offers treatment approaches that respond to clients' unique needs. I also bring warmth, empathy, thoughtfulness, creativity and humor to my work.

As an EAP clinician, I also have specialized training in working with college students and professionals dealing with interpersonal conflicts, work/life balance, academic and work performance problems, stress management and career development.

Prior to my clinical career, I worked as a writer/editor and publicist in higher education, health care, and the private sector. This background, along with being a writer and musician, has given me the expertise to coach clients interested in overcoming writer's block, performance anxiety and other obstacles to creating and learning.

I look forward to the possibility of working together to bring you greater health, well-being and fulfillment.