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Leslie Cullen, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Leslie 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 Leslie. View 34 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Washington

Recent reviews

Leslie is very helpful and checks in regularly.

Reviewed November 2024

Leslie is very intuitive, respectful and knowledgeable.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Leslie

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 20 years and I have extensive training in many populations, diversity, chronically mentally ill, and substance use disorders. My primary focus is here and now and identifying ways to incorporate new ideas and change in our lives. I use primarily cognitive and behavioral techniques with a focus on new neurological information as it relates to mental health. . Insight and reflection often needs to be mindful and in the present, allowing for our ability to identify appropriate needs and wants. The most important tool we have is an objective sense of self as well as an identity fitting with our culture and social needs.

I work with the LGBTQ+ population have worked with gender and sexual orientation issues.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Depression ADHD Addictions Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Leslie Cullen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932750734.

  • LMHC · Washington · LH00004269 · Expires May 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 Leslie Cullen

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

Overall rating:

4.5

34 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Great Amazing Listens Knowledgeable Recommend Wonderful Supportive Understand Understanding

Leslie is very helpful and checks in regularly.

Reviewed November 2024

Leslie is very intuitive, respectful and knowledgeable.

Reviewed November 2024

Leslie has helped me learn how my brain works and reminds me to be more gentle with myself:) She’s also just cool to talk to and makes me laugh

Reviewed May 2024

Leslie nailed it on the head when she pointed out that "I had been asked" to "run for the HOA Board"--and had not actually thought of it myself. When I have been in therapy before-the advice was "Got out and volunteer" which didn't really seem to help me. Often it got me off course and just added to my issues.

Reviewed April 2024

I appreciate Leslie and attribute her to my growth.

Reviewed January 2024

Leslie arrived in my sphere at exactly the right moment. She has been a wonderful resource, answers my questions with care, and is super positive.

Reviewed December 2023

Leslie is great. She teaches and informs you as you go, which is really helpful.

Reviewed November 2023

Fantastic insight, she is helping me understand the most difficult and ecotonal experience of my entire life.

Reviewed November 2023

Leslie is amazing! She listens to and understands what issues are important to me.

Reviewed November 2023

Leslie is incredibly helpful! I see things that are bothering me clearer now and I'm becoming more of an advocate for myself.

Reviewed November 2023

Leslie has been very patient with me as I have worked through some very tough things at a slow pace. She is quick to help me reframe my negative thinking while also pushing me to do the hard work in a supportive way.

Reviewed June 2023

Leslie was a great fit for my particular issues and learning style. In just a few sessions, I had new tools and tips to use. I will continue to see her for refresher sessions.

Reviewed May 2023

Leslie is refreshingly straightforward, educated, and compassionate. She gives me actionable tools and takes the time to explain the supporting data when it's helpful. I would recommend her to anybody especially who struggles with trusting authority or feels uneasy with platitudes.

Reviewed March 2023

I have really appreciated every session with Leslie. She always listens carefully, and responds insightfully in a way that is incredibly helpful. She often shares very helpful articles/written resources relevant to what we discussed in the session prior. I haven't appreciated therapy the way I appreciate working with Leslie in a while!

Reviewed April 2023

I really appreciate my conversations with Leslie. She gave me great insight that no other therapist has given me before. Always giving me valuable resources and insight. Deeply knowledgeable in the brain, traumas, and family dynamics that impact my world today. She an invaluable resource. Thank you Leslie!

Reviewed January 2023

Very good listener. Very engaging. Very supportive. Good conversation. And on point advice!

Reviewed December 2022

Leslie is intelligent, insightful, patient, and understanding.

Reviewed December 2022

Leslie is an amazing therapist. She listens well and offered many resources through tough situations with family. I came to her for clarity as I work through anxiety from a big move, and grief hanging around from deaths in my family and divorce. Basically I was a mess with all the problems when we began I work. I felt like a cluttered book shelf and after a few months I feel put back together and able to take a holiday break from therapy. All while knowing I can come back anytime.

Reviewed November 2022

Leslie has done a great job of listening and providing a clear perspective on a situation that is very difficult and confusing for me.

Reviewed September 2022

I’ve only been with Leslie for two weeks now but I have felt more empowered, listened to, and excited to work on my mental health than I ever have before. Leslie truly listens to my concerns and struggles and gives me not only her profession advice but also articles and books that are researched based. Every time we end a live session there are IMMEDIATELY articles, recommendations and helpful resources sitting in my inbox from her. I have used MANY therapists in my lifetime and I have never enjoyed and looked forward to meeting with any of them, this experience has truly changed my mind not only on therapy but how well it works. I would 100% recommend Leslie to anyone I know seeking a therapist!

Reviewed September 2022

She is very attentive and offers a multitude of support and ideas.

Reviewed July 2022

I like that she provides things to look at and recommendations to each session

Reviewed July 2022

Leslie is amazing! She has a plethora of resources she shares that are all extremely helpful! We worked through a lot of trauma and she always made me feel very comfortable. 10/10 recommend

Reviewed May 2022

She’s awesome, which I would have signed up earlier!

Reviewed May 2022

I've seen many therapists in different seasons of my life, but Leslie is the first one to really get to the root of all my issues and concerns. I'm now looking at myself from a completely different lens than I would have ever considered in the past. I'm quite impressed.

Reviewed April 2022

Leslie is a fabulous therapist and her years of experience and knowledge are apparent in her ability to identify and thoughtfully work through complex issues that surface in our sessions together. She is an amazing listener, a skilled communicator, and the guiding force that I need(ed) at a critical time in my life. I am SO thankful to have found her!

Reviewed January 2022

I enjoy the sense that she's traveled a similar path as me when it comes to emotional boundaries and communicative maturity.

Reviewed May 2021

She’s a great listener and really good at breaking down information, helps me understand the issue more. I’d prefer to keep paying for this service instead of going through my health insurance options. So much better!

Reviewed April 2021

Leslie has been nothing but easy to talk to. I went in with very little understanding on why I have been unable to dig myself out of this pit for so many years. After our first meeting, she had given me plenty of insight that has been a tremendous help. She has been an asset to shifting my thought-process into healthier version. I 100% look forward to continue working with her.

Reviewed April 2021

Leslie continues to be wonderful. A good fit for me!

Reviewed March 2021

Leslie has been wonderful. For the first time in my mental health journey I found someone who understands and helps me find me.

Reviewed February 2021

leslie is very qualified and my experience with her so far has been extremely helpful I am so glad I was connected with her

Reviewed February 2021

Extremely kind, comforting, and very knowledgeable in my mental health diagnosis. Really excited that I found such a great person on my first try, that never has happened in my many years of therapy in person.

Reviewed February 2021

Professional, courteous and realistic all at the same time. Leslie has been a great resource for me as I moved forward to other providers!

Reviewed February 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Leslie Cullen offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Leslie Cullen 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 Leslie Cullen speak?

Leslie Cullen speaks English.

How many years of experience does Leslie Cullen have?

Leslie Cullen has 20 years of experience.

Where is Leslie Cullen licensed to practice?

Leslie Cullen is licensed to practice in Washington.

Does Leslie Cullen accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Leslie Cullen 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 Leslie Cullen offer?

Leslie Cullen offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Leslie Cullen?

Leslie Cullen 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 Leslie Cullen?

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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