Leslie Hunt
she/herLicensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA)
Depression, Anxiety, Women’s Issues, Caregivers, Codependency, Self Esteem
Self pay costs
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
Hi, I’m Leslie. I earned a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and I am currently a Resident in Counseling. Most of the clients I work with come to me for overwhelming grief, anxiety, depression and the executive functioning challenges that often accompany ADHD. They share how hard it is to find joy and meaning when painful emotions seem to control their minds. What they want is to feel free from the weight of their worries and depression so they can reengage with a life that matters to them.
I would describe my approach as eclectic—what works for one person may not work for another. I typically introduce Psychodynamic Therapy to explore how past experiences shape behavior. I find CBT beneficial for anxiety and depression, helping clients recognize unhelpful thoughts, and utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy for relationship struggles.
Seeking support is an act of courage. If you are ready to gain insight into your challenges and chart a path forward, I would be glad to accompany you as you explore and grow.
"Empathy is one of my core strengths. I can read and understand what others are feeling on a deep level, and I believe this helps me build real connections with my clients. That connection creates a foundation of trust, so they feel safe sharing their struggles with me."
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
Throughout my life, I've been the person friends and family turn to when they're struggling, so in many ways I've been practicing the core skills of counseling for years. I learned to listen without rushing to fix things, to stay steady when someone is in distress, and to help people feel truly understood. When I finally chose to make this my profession, it was a decision I've never regretted.
What types of clients do you work best with?
I'm most effective with clients who are willing to trust the therapeutic process. Opening up your inner world to someone you've just met can feel intimidating, and that's completely understandable. My aim is to build a genuine connection from the start, so you will feel comfortable with me and confident in the work we do together.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
Therapy works, and I want clients to know that. It's easy to feel discouraged and to wonder whether talking about your struggles can really change anything. But over the course of treatment, I've seen clients make remarkable progress as we uncover the patterns of behavior that have been holding them back. This new found self-awareness motivates them to make changes that help them reach their full potential.
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
In our first session, I focus on getting to know the client's physical and mental health history, and I explore the social determinants that shape well-being. We also look closely at the presenting problem and the goals the client hopes to reach in therapy. From there, I work collaboratively with the client to build a treatment plan that fits them. In later sessions, we turn our attention to the concerns that brought them into therapy, and I tailor the therapeutic approach to their needs.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
My practice as a therapist is grounded in compassion and kindness toward my clients, faith that change for the better is possible, and a commitment to competence through ongoing growth in my knowledge, skills, and abilities.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
I tailor therapy to meet the needs of each client by first discussing the presenting problem. I will explore with the client the various therapeutic modalities that are best suited for their problem and ask them which approach they are most comfortable with.
- Years in practice
- 10 years
- Graduating institute
- Lynchburg, Virginia
- Graduating degree
- Master of Arts in Professional Counseling
