Amber Leafstedt, LPC-MH, LAC, NCC

Amber Leafstedt, LPC-MH, LAC, NCC

Telehealth Available
Professions: Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Addiction Counselor
License Status: I'm a licensed professional.
Primary Credential: Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health - LPC-MH30804
Telephone: 507-935-4372
Billing and Insurance:
I am an in-network provider for:
  • Aetna
  • Beacon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Horizon Healthcare
  • Independence Blue Cross
Session Fees: If you’re paying out of pocket, my private pay rates are:
$0 for initial 15-minute consultation
$145 for the initial intake session
$120 for each follow-up session
I strive to offer fair, transparent pricing, and I’m always happy to talk through rates before we begin.

I also offer a limited number of sliding scale fee spots for clients who qualify based on financial need. I don’t ever want the cost of therapy to be the reason someone can’t access care. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and start a conversation. We can explore what might be possible together.
Free Initial Consultation

Therapy in:

Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57103

What's My Approach to Therapy?

Hi, I’m Amber Leafstedt (sheher), a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor. I believe that healing begins in safe, connected spaces, and my role is to offer you just that.

My style is warm, relational, and grounded in presence. I bring both clinical expertise and deep compassion to the work I do, especially with those navigating trauma, identity, emotional intensity, and the desire to feel more at home in themselves.

I specialize in working with trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, teens, and people living with attachment wounds or traits of borderline personality condition. I use approaches like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and internal family systems—all tailored to your needs, at your pace.

I became a therapist because I believe every person deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported as they grow into the life they long for. You don’t have to do it alone.

If this feels like the space you’ve been seeking, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. I have openings for new clients, and would love to connect when you’re ready.

My Practice & Services

At Kindroots Therapy, we offer warm, trauma-informed care for teens and adults seeking real healing—not just symptom management. We specialize in supporting clients navigating trauma, emotional dysregulation, identity exploration, borderline personality (BPD), and LGBTQIA+ experiences.

Our approach blends eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)-informed skills, person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and parts work (internal family systems (IFS)-informed), all grounded in genuine human connection. We offer virtual therapy sessions across South Dakota, with flexible scheduling, and a compassionate, inclusive space to land.

We believe healing happens in relationship—and we start wherever you are. We also offer free 15-minute consultation calls to help you explore whether we're the right fit before you commit.

Coming soon: community-based workshops and psychoeducation groups focused on trauma healing, emotion regulation, and building self-trust.

Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist

Finding the right therapist means feeling seen, safe, and supported. I believe the best therapy happens when there's real connection, trust, and collaboration. You deserve a therapist who listens without judgment, respects your pace, and honors your lived experience. I bring warmth, transparency, and clinical skill to our work?so you can show up fully and grow into the life you want.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Client Age Groups I Work With

  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Elders

Languages

  • English

Groups I Work With

    I specialize in working with teens and adults navigating trauma, emotional dysregulation, and identity exploration. I often support individuals with complex trauma, LGBTQIA+ clients, highly sensitive people, and those living with borderline personality condition (BPD) or attachment wounds. My practice is affirming, neurodiversity-informed, and grounded in compassion for those who may have felt misunderstood in traditional systems.

Industries & Communities Served

  • First Responder/Medical Professionals
  • LGBTQ+
  • Union First

Client Challenges & Concerns I Address

  • Abandonment
  • Abuse / Abuse Survivor Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Borderline
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Overwhelm
  • First Responders
  • Identity Issues
  • LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Issues
  • Mood Swings / Mood Disturbance
  • Posttraumatic Stress / Trauma
  • Shame
  • Suicidal Ideation and Behavior
  • Trust Issues
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Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods


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