Leslie Westbrook

Trauma-informed therapist focused on growth

LMFT California

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Leslie

Leslie Westbrook is an LMFT based in California who brings five years of clinical experience to work focused on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, and coaching.

Background and approach

She approaches therapy with warmth and empathy, building a collaborative space where clients can explore painful memories and current challenges. Leslie adapts her methods to each person's needs, drawing on a range of evidence-informed tools to support recovery and personal growth.

Her practice blends practical skills with deeper exploration, helping people manage symptoms while also addressing underlying patterns such as attachment wounds, guilt and shame, and issues around forgiveness and self-love.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside other approaches to help clients develop new ways of thinking and coping, and complements skill-based work with therapies that target trauma and emotional processing. Leslie accepts clients in English and is available to work with international clients using multiple online session formats.

People who seek her support can expect a nonjudgmental clinician who emphasizes empowerment, resilience, and realistic strategies for moving forward. Scheduling is arranged through a subscription model that allows flexibility, and Leslie works with each client to shape a treatment plan that fits their goals and availability.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Leslie integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR into her online practice to address both present-day symptoms and past traumatic experiences. CBT helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behavior, which can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and clarify actionable steps toward goals. EMDR focuses on processing traumatic memories through guided techniques that aim to lessen their emotional charge and the ways those memories affect daily functioning.

She also draws on DBT-informed skills and mindfulness practices to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and grounding strategies when intense feelings arise. Deciding which approach to use is collaborative; the therapist and client review goals, preferences, and responses to strategies over time to determine the best mix of interventions.

Online therapy with Leslie offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access consistent care from different locations and fit sessions into busy schedules. Licensed professionals can use these formats to combine skill-building, trauma processing, and reflective work in ways that meet each client's needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Leslie commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem issues, depression, and offers coaching support. Additional focuses include attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues.

What is Leslie's therapeutic approach and style?

Her work blends skill-based and exploratory methods, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy among other approaches to teach coping strategies while also addressing deeper emotional patterns. The style is warm, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Leslie has five years of professional experience practicing therapy and supporting clients through trauma and mood-related concerns.

What credential and location information applies?

She is licensed as an LMFT with license number CA LMFT 127260 and practices from California.

Can non-U.S. clients work with her and what languages are offered?

She accepts international clients and provides services in English.

Which session formats are available with Leslie?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; services are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem DepressionCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English