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Ann Leonard, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ann is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Ann. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California, Oregon, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Ann is an excellent therapist. She is very easy to talk with and is a great listener. Based upon this she is able to offer very good suggestions and advice. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed July 2024

Lovely person. Attentive and can track conversations and topics. Nice sense of humor. Real. Anyone would be lucky to find Ann on the other end of a session. ❤️

Reviewed July 2024

More about Ann

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LICSW

I have been helping individuals to develop healthy relationships with themselves and others for over 18 years and I look forward to helping you work toward your goals. My education and training are from the University of Southern California School of Social Work. My style integrates an individually selected group of professional skills targeted to meet your specific needs. I am direct and interactive and enjoy working with individuals who may be challenged by a background of trauma; wrestling with career or personal relationship difficulties; or are wanting to explore their unique path in life.

I work to create a respectful and emotionally supportive relationship with you in order to promote your understanding of yourself and your place in the world. This collaborative effort facilitates identification and clarification of your personal goals in a safe, dependable environment. The work involves skill-building, setting objectives and monitoring progress toward your goals. Throughout the process we honor and celebrate who you are and what you bring to the world.

Specialties

Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue Aging and Geriatric Issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Family of Origin Issues Life purpose Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Ann Leonard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144450586.

  • LCSW · California · 67565 · Expires April 2026
  • LCSW · Oregon · L4210 · Expires May 2026
  • LICSW · Washington · LW61495540 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Ann Leonard

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Wonderful Easy Great Recommend Understanding Attentive Listens Support Understands Easy to talk

Ann is an excellent therapist. She is very easy to talk with and is a great listener. Based upon this she is able to offer very good suggestions and advice. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed July 2024

Lovely person. Attentive and can track conversations and topics. Nice sense of humor. Real. Anyone would be lucky to find Ann on the other end of a session. ❤️

Reviewed July 2024

Absolutely wonderful for career and life navigation keeping own self and health above all other aspects of ones journey

Reviewed June 2024

She’s astute and very considerate to my needs and reads between the lines really well. She isn’t afraid to share her thoughts and best ways to move through my thoughts

Reviewed March 2024

I really appreciate Ann's careful support of my mental wellbeing.

Reviewed February 2024

Ann listens to me like nobody else. It might be about my mom… it might be about my new friend. It might be completely and utterly, 60 minutes of talking about my business. Ann is receptive. She will interrupt and stir it up and make sure that we touch at the root of things. But she is a wonderful, wonderful listener and she has a great intelligence so that she can for my one hour, let me unfold and develop and feel like I’ve been truly hard. It is a gift. There is a magic to that hour, and in the days following I find more and more answers to my own questions.

Reviewed November 2023

Highly experienced, kind and attentive

Reviewed April 2023

Ann is just brilliant at supporting me through what would be a very difficult life transition if it were not for her understanding and advice.

Reviewed March 2023

Ann is a fantastic person, and is really engaging. I feel like I'm really lucky that she is my therapist

Reviewed January 2023

Simply the best!

Reviewed January 2023

Thank you ☺️

Reviewed September 2022

Muahh!

Reviewed August 2022

She is my muse and gentle guide. Ann is always there for me and while walking with me, she somehow let’s me be me. She is a huge help and a friend as well. A lovely combination. Thanks to Ann for a good portion of my growth these two plus years.

Reviewed April 2022

I appreciate her experience and understanding of the issues that brought me to therapy

Reviewed March 2022

Ann and I have the same humor which has made this experience amazing! She has helped me realize a lot of things and has taught me how to deal with them! Appreciate her so much!

Reviewed December 2021

Anne has been lovely and super inclusive and welcoming. she is very flexible and is very professional, I'm excited to work more with her.

Reviewed March 2021

Ann is very dear to me. We have an easy style of communication and I can trust that she hears me and listens carefully. Her comments are uplifting and she fosters healthy emotional and physical self care. She responds to my story in a way that makes me feel important when I need reminding. I am grateful to have found Ann Leonard.

Reviewed February 2021

I’ve only had two sessions with Ann thus far and she’s phenomenal! She’s much better than even my previous therapist and I feel as though she really sees me and understands me as a human being. She’s extremely easy to talk to and has been a huge help so far. I can’t recommend her enough. Just give her a try and see for yourself!

Reviewed November 2020

Ann is a seasoned and skilled clinician, I've gotten so much from our sessions! I'd recommend her to anyone seeking wellness.

Reviewed August 2020

Ann is a great counselor—I felt comfortable with her immediately and she's supportive, open-minded, and never judging about any the issues I bring up. At the same time, she's very real and willing to speak honestly when she notices something unhealthy. She's gone out of her way to supply me with information outside of our sessions, which I've really appreciated. I'm very thankful for her thoughtfulness and guidance.

Reviewed August 2020

Ann responds quickly and understands what I am feeling and saying. I appreciate her understanding and warmth, her support as well as her pushing me to think more.

Reviewed June 2020

Ann has been wonderful! She is thoughtful and makes a true effort to understand what I am trying to say. She's provided several tools that have allowed me to move forward and past things that have been holding me back.

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ann Leonard offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Ann Leonard works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Ann Leonard speak?

Ann Leonard speaks English.

How many years of experience does Ann Leonard have?

Ann Leonard has 18 years of experience.

Where is Ann Leonard licensed to practice?

Ann Leonard is licensed to practice in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Does Ann Leonard accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Ann Leonard does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Ann Leonard offer?

Ann Leonard offers clients Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Ann Leonard?

Ann Leonard can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Ann Leonard?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.