A note from Leigh:

Relationships have the power to bring some of life’s greatest joy, meaning, and connection. They can also be a source of stress, conflict, and heartache. If you find yourself having the same arguments, feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling with financial stress, or navigating a major life transition, it may be time to pause, take stock of what is no longer working, and explore a different way of approaching the challenges you’re facing.

Many of the individuals and couples I work with come to therapy feeling stuck. They want to communicate more effectively, feel closer to their partner, make sense of recurring patterns, or simply find a way forward. Together, we slow things down, explore what’s happening beneath the surface, and create space for greater understanding, connection, and meaningful change.

My work with couples is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and Prepare/Enrich. Rather than focusing on who is right or wrong, I help partners better understand one another’s experiences, strengthen emotional connection, and build healthier ways of relating.

I also have a particular passion for working with individuals and couples around money. As a Certified Financial Social Worker, I understand that money is rarely just about numbers. Our financial decisions are often shaped by family experiences, cultural messages, values, and beliefs about security, success, and self-worth. I help clients explore these influences so they can approach financial conversations with greater clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Beyond specific challenges, many clients come to therapy with a sense that something in their life is no longer working, even if they can’t quite name it. They may feel disconnected from themselves, stuck in old patterns, or as though life is happening around them rather than being intentionally shaped by them. I enjoy helping clients identify what feels misaligned, understand what may be holding them back, and become more active participants in creating the life and relationships they want. My goal is to help clients move through life with greater intention, presence, and agency rather than drifting through it on autopilot.

I also enjoy supporting adults navigating life transitions related to relationships, career, family, and identity. My experience as a military counselor deepened my appreciation for how periods of uncertainty and change can impact both emotional well-being and our closest relationships.

I bring a culturally responsive, relational perspective to my work and strive to create a space where clients feel seen, respected, and understood in the context of their unique experiences and identities. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trust and compassion. Whether you are working through relationship challenges, financial stress, or a major life transition, I hope therapy becomes a space where you can deepen your understanding of yourself, strengthen your relationships, and move toward the life you want to create.

I am pleased to share that I am in-network with Aetna Insurance.