Very knowledgeable and a great listener, I feel my mental state has improved greatly since I started therapy
Leslie Patricia Acoca, LMFT
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Leslie. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Leslie is great! She’s a skilled and experienced therapist and I felt at ease and comfortable opening up to her. Her guidance has been exceedingly helpful to me while going through my grief.
More about Leslie
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am a licensed California Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples and families. I work with clients to create a warm and trusting environment where they can explore and find solutions for stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, as well as intimacy and relationship issues. I have extensive experience working clients and families who have lost loved ones to suicide. Taking the first step to creating a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Addictions
LGBT
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Jealousy
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Gottman Method
Licenses
Leslie Patricia Acoca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295232833.
- LMFT · California · 14447 · Expires June 2026
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.
Reviews for Leslie Patricia Acoca
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very knowledgeable and a great listener, I feel my mental state has improved greatly since I started therapy
Leslie is great! She’s a skilled and experienced therapist and I felt at ease and comfortable opening up to her. Her guidance has been exceedingly helpful to me while going through my grief.
Easy to talk to and listens well, offering good advice in return. 10/10 stars
Leslie always listens and gives amazing advice and helps you see things from a different angle, which I really appreciate. I always look forward to my time with her!
Leslie has been such a great help during difficult times. She helps me understand myself and my life decisions in a way that I wouldn't be able to understand independently. Speaking with Leslie has been eye-opening and shows me how important therapy is. Leslie is real; she speaks what I need to hear, not what I want to hear. She is compassionate but direct, which is exactly what I need. I highly recommend her services.
Leslie is sincere and attentive
Leslie is so wise and pretty.
Leslie has been a huge help to me at this time in my life. I feel very comfortable and never judged while speaking my truth to her. She is a wonderful listener and seems to remember all the things going on with me, which I appreciate. I always look forward to our appointments and the sense of relief and love I feel after. I would highly recommend Leslie for sure!
Leslie is great! She is easy to talk to and I feel like I have known her for a long time. She is knowledgeable and she understands my situation. I highly recommend her.
Leslie is so great she gets me and has really helped me gain confidence to speak up with my personal boundaries. She listens and remembers and is so supportive and kind. I always look forward to talking to her!
After just two sessions with Leslie, I already sense a positive shift in the direction I aspire to take in my life. Leslie is truly remarkable, and her impact has been nothing short of amazing.
Frequently asked questions
Does Leslie Patricia Acoca offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Leslie Patricia Acoca 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 Patricia Acoca speak?
Leslie Patricia Acoca speaks English.
How many years of experience does Leslie Patricia Acoca have?
Leslie Patricia Acoca has 20 years of experience.
Where is Leslie Patricia Acoca licensed to practice?
Leslie Patricia Acoca is licensed to practice in California.
Does Leslie Patricia Acoca accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Leslie Patricia Acoca 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 Leslie Patricia Acoca offer?
Leslie Patricia Acoca offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Gottman Method.
How can I communicate with Leslie Patricia Acoca?
Leslie Patricia Acoca 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 Patricia Acoca?
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.