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I understand that starting the therapeutic process can be a daunting prospect and I applaud you for taking this first step. Finding the perfect fit with a psychotherapist can be challenging but rewarding at the same time. There are certainly many clinicians to chose from, of all ages, stages, walks of life, genders, and specialties, etc. A good rule of thumb is to give yourself a chance to find a good fit, utilizing a “give it three times” concept. I look forward to the prospect of meeting with you and accompanying you on a journey of personal growth and achievement.
Expertise
I utilize an Eclectic Therapeutic approach as I have found, over the years, that “bits and pieces” of various therapeutic theory resonates more clearly with me, and, subsequently, with my clients.
"Please take a look around my website and if you have any comments or questions, please contact me, either by telephone or email. Also, as something of a techno-geek, I have a web presence that includes a Facebook Business page, a LinkedIn page, a listing in Psychology Today, and Instagram. While these sites are designed to overlap in various ways, each can offer a fresh perspective to a potential client."
Indigenous American Culture
Healthy Body, Mind, & Spirit
Individuals, Couples, & Families
ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
Leslie A. Campbell, LCSW
I find work on Communication styles and modes to be extremely helpful, as well as work on creating, developing, and enhancing coping skills to be of primary importance.
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Indigenous American Culture
I have worked with local bands of Southern California Indigenous Americans, first in the capacity of an MSW intern, and then, after receiving my Master in Social Work from San Diego State University 1999, as a social worker for Child Protective Services with the County of San Diego. Additionally, I, myself, have Indigenous American heritage.
Healthy Mind/Body/Spirit
During my personal journey, I’ve become convinced of a mind/body/spirit connection. And for over 20 years, I’ve been working on achieving “balance” in all aspects of my life. My physical, mental and, spiritual health are all tied together, and I find it impossible to separate one from the other.
Individuals/Couples/Families
New clients may be surprised to find out that the reality of therapy can be very different than their idea of therapy. And one of the first things is exactly WHO is the client? The client can be one person, an “individual.” Or the client can be two people, a “couple.” And, finally, the process can even be affected by the personality of the therapist.
ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
ACT helps people better “manage” their thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories. This is accomplished by just “noticing, accepting and embracing” those states/events, rather than trying to change or reject them. Even in the case of unwanted states/events, this is a goal with ACT.
Therapeutic Approach
I utilize an Eclectic Therapeutic approach as I have found, over the years, that “bits and pieces” of various therapeutic theory resonates more clearly with me, and, subsequently, with my clients.
I find work on Communication styles and modes to be extremely helpful, as well as work on creating, developing, and enhancing coping skills to be of primary importance. Some of these approaches are the cornerstone of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I bring a new perspective to CBT, as I have been trained at a Master’s Level in effective modes of communication.
Additionally, I have been training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and find, in particular, Mindfulness, to be something that can be and should be applied daily in life in all things.
And, as all people are members of formal and informal groups in their lives, beginning with the family, I also employ Family Systems Therapy in aspects of my therapeutic methodology.
Finally, I am currently working on my certification in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and find it to be an amazing treatment modality for Depression, Anxiety, and, of primary interest to me, (PTSD) PostTraumatic Stress Disorder.
Musings
Five Tribes Therapy and Me – Part 1
On June 15, 2023, The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 was affirmed by the Supreme Court of the United States, with a 7-2 vote. Being a “pre-ICWA baby,” born some years before ICWA was established in Congress, this was a very emotional and impactful day for me. As the...
ACT Stage 6 – Committed Action
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) “To become a butterfly, you must want to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar.” Winnie – the – Pooh We’ve been taking an in-depth look at Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As I’ve covered in...
ACT Stage 5 – Values
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) “We can select a valued action, never mind we’re feeling flat. Because a mood is only fleeting and there’s more to us than that. Corinne Shields 6 Core Psychological Flexibility Processes Stage 1 – Acceptance, to allow unwanted...
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