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Kendra Davis-Leighty

Kendra Davis-Leighty

LSCSW, LCSW

Kansas

Therapist focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LSCSW, LCSW
License
LSCSW, Kansas / LSCSW 4992; LCSW, Missouri / 2019021589
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
Kansas

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Strengths-based
    • Goal oriented

    About Kendra

    Kendra Davis-Leighty is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship or family strains, and changes in motivation or self-esteem. She approaches therapy with respect for each person’s experience and encourages small steps toward clearer goals. Kendra frames the work as a partnership and offers steady support while people try new ways of coping.

    With five years of professional experience, Kendra draws on several practical methods to fit different needs. She uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and Client-Centered Therapy to keep the conversation focused on personal strengths and values. She also brings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns, EMDR for trauma-related processing when appropriate, and Mindfulness Therapy to build simple present-moment skills.

    Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Kendra listens for what matters most and helps set small, achievable steps. She encourages tracking progress and adjusting plans when something isn’t working.

    Kendra holds KS LSCSW and MO LCSW credentials and works from a perspective that balances emotional care with practical problem solving. She aims to make therapy feel approachable and useful for everyday life.

    If someone wants help with caregiving stress, midlife questions, work pressures, or healing after trauma, Kendra offers guided support and collaborative planning to move forward.

  2. How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

    Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify what they want to change and find their own reasons to act. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build momentum and commitment. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the person's lead, highlighting strengths, and creating space to talk through what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses simple exercises to test new ways of thinking.

    Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that match the person’s goals, preferences, and the issues they bring to sessions. That collaborative planning can change over time as new needs or insights arise.

    The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule, reducing travel time, and making it easier to keep appointments during work or caregiving breaks. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the exact options before booking so you know what to expect. Licensed professionals can adapt Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, and CBT to work well over remote sessions when needed, helping people make steady progress without rearranging their whole day.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    5+ years

    Listed in

    Kansas, Missouri

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems can Kendra help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family struggles, low self-esteem, and major life changes like divorce or caregiving challenges.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Kendra uses a collaborative and person-focused approach that emphasizes motivation, strengths, and practical steps toward change.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has five years of professional work experience in social work settings.

    What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

    She holds KS LSCSW and MO LCSW credentials and is based in Kansas.

    Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats does she offer?

    Please confirm current session options before booking, as the therapist’s biography does not specify which formats are used.

    How does payment and cost work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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