LPC

Leslie Ellwood, LPC

Experience12 years
LocationPennsylvania
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy

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About Leslie

Leslie Ellwood is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania who brings twelve years of focused clinical practice to work with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, ADHD, depression, and related life challenges.

Background and approach

She approaches therapy with a calm, genuine manner and combines evidence-based techniques so treatment is tailored to each person's needs. Her style emphasizes integrity, compassion, and practical skills that clients can apply between sessions.

Drawing on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices, she offers coaching in relaxation methods such as deep breathing, imagery, and progressive relaxation.

Leslie also incorporates attention to lifestyle factors like physical activity when appropriate, and addresses a broad range of concerns including workplace issues, caregiver stress, relationship and family problems, trauma, panic, OCD-related symptoms, pregnancy and childbirth adjustments, and women's issues. She welcomes new clients and provides a supportive, collaborative environment to explore goals and build coping strategies.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an approach that helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful actions. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes by increasing psychological flexibility. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns through structured techniques and skill practice; it is commonly used for anxiety, panic, OCD-related concerns, and low mood. Mindfulness-based practices are woven into sessions to build present-moment awareness and stress reduction through exercises like breathing, imagery, and progressive relaxation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Leslie will work with each client to consider their goals, symptoms, and preferences and adapt methods over time so therapy fits the individual's needs. This ongoing collaboration helps shape a personalized plan that may blend multiple techniques.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how clients connect, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to maintain consistency around work, family, and other commitments while accessing licensed professionals who use practical, skills-based strategies to support coping and growth.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Leslie address in therapy?

Leslie works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, grief, ADHD, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, workplace difficulties, and caregiver stress. She also addresses areas like panic disorder, OCD symptoms, postpartum adjustments, and seasonal affective disorder.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is eclectic and client-centered, drawing on CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to match the methods to each person's needs. Sessions often include practical skills, relaxation coaching, and collaborative goal-setting.

What is Leslie's professional background?

She holds the LPC credential and has twelve years of counseling experience. Her work history spans hospital, school, and rehabilitation settings as well as roles related to disability case management and account management.

Where is Leslie licensed and practicing?

She is licensed as an LPC in Pennsylvania, with the license number PA LPC PC002117. She practices with that credential in her professional work.

Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?

Leslie provides services in English only and is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available for working with her?

Sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options that fit different schedules and preferences.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details depend on the subscriber's region and the therapist's current schedule.

What are the steps to begin therapy with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. This process helps match needs and preferences before beginning work together.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily problemsInfidelityJealousyObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

What Leslie can help with

Leslie Ellwood works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes.

How Leslie approaches therapy

Leslie's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.

Experience and training

Leslie is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Pennsylvania.