Hello, you beautiful soul! Are you in a season of life where you feel lost or consumed by emotional pain and or relational issues? If so, please know that this difficult season does not have to persist forever. There is genuine hope for you. Your pain does not have to define your life and your current season. It is possible for you to live a life t
Are you struggling with upsetting thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations? Do you criticize yourself for having these experiences and wonder what they mean about you? Do you feel disconnected from who or what matters most to you? Unsure of what to do next?
Most of us experience these challenges, and I bet you've tried your best to cope - d
I truly believe that life is comparable to a journey. As we learn new skills we increase our ability to maneuver around major obstacles, and if we are headed for disaster it is imperative that we change our direction.
My therapeutic style is based on the principles of self-respect, personal responsibility, and honesty. However, my professional e
I help people who are feeling overwhelmed get back on track. I assist young adults anxious about work or life and who need support and tools to move ahead. Clients of all ages may be going through challenges or life transitions that show up as anxiety or depression or just feeling stuck.
I also work with individuals and couples who are stuck
My approach to helping people is first trying to really get to know someone and understand what may not be working for them in their lives. We have all been there where sometimes we just don't know what is going on, all we know is that something is not in sync with what we want it to be. I am a pretty down to earth person who is going to be hon
If you struggle with self-doubt, self-criticism, poor body image, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, high emotional sensitivity, anxiety, perfectionism, or if you struggle to ask for help, or often put yourself last, go ahead and contact me because I have a deep desire to help support you. I believe that you have everything you need already inside o
Combining insight-oriented therapy with body-based, somatic treatment approaches results in lasting change. I invite you to read about my work in detail at my website MelissaLesterLCSW.com, and schedule a free 20-minute consultation to further explore working together.
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Women's Issues
Anxiety, Stress, and Overwhelm
Emotional E
Life can be hard. Sometimes we have difficulty communicating with our partner, boss, children, or our parents. Sometimes we have difficulty adjusting to a new environment or new life circumstances. At times, we may feel stuck and unsure of how to make changes in our lives. Other times we may want to delve deeper and truly understand our motivations
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