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Dr. D. Leigh Aveling, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about D.

  • 25 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMFT

I am a marriage and family counselor licensed in California with over 25 years of experience in this field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction, divorce issues, grief issues. I have also worked with many people with family of origin issues.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and solution oriented focus. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Avoidant personality Cancer Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Sex addiction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396298261.

  • LMFT · California · 40481 · Expires January 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. D. Leigh Aveling offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. D. Leigh Aveling 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 Dr. D. Leigh Aveling speak?

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. D. Leigh Aveling have?

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling has 25 years of experience.

Where is Dr. D. Leigh Aveling licensed to practice?

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling is licensed to practice in California.

Does Dr. D. Leigh Aveling accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. D. Leigh Aveling accepts 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 Dr. D. Leigh Aveling offer?

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. D. Leigh Aveling?

Dr. D. Leigh Aveling 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 Dr. D. Leigh Aveling?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.