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Leigh Ann Whitus

Leigh Ann Whitus

LCSW

Tennessee

Calm guidance for stressful life moments

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Tennessee / 8001
Experience
6 years
Languages
English
Location
Tennessee

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    • Collaborative approach
    • Practical skills
    • Faith affirmed on request

    About Leigh

    Leigh Ann Whitus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, and the challenges that come with mood disorders and ADHD. She aims to make the first steps into therapy feel less intimidating and to create a welcoming place where clients can speak honestly and be themselves.

    Leigh Ann uses a collaborative style. In the first session she listens to what brought someone in, reviews current concerns, and begins setting realistic goals for therapy. She emphasizes working together so people feel supported and empowered as they make changes.

    Her approach draws on several practical methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques to address thinking patterns, dialectical behavior ideas for managing strong emotions, and mindfulness to help people stay present. Motivational Interviewing is also part of her toolkit to help people find internal motivation for change.

    She notes that Christian counseling is available on request and aims to provide culturally sensitive care for people from diverse backgrounds. Her training includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, and she holds the LCSW credential.

    Leigh Ann practices in Tennessee and brings six years of clinical experience to her work. She focuses on clear, straightforward conversations that help people take small steps toward their goals and cope with life’s difficult moments.

  2. How these approaches work in online therapy

    Leigh Ann uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change by asking open questions and reflecting what matters most to them. This approach can be useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making a change.

    She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values. ACT can help with anxiety, low mood, and coping with life transitions.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. Leigh Ann will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together they will decide which methods to try. That collaborative process guides session focus and homework between meetings.

    If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and let people join from different locations without needing travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote sessions while helping clients build skills that apply to everyday routines.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

    Also works with

    Relationship issuesGriefParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    6+ years

    Listed in

    Tennessee

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Leigh Ann address?

    She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, family problems, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and grief among other issues.

    What is her therapy style like?

    Her style is collaborative and supportive. She focuses on listening first, then setting achievable goals together.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has six years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, stress, and family-related concerns.

    What credentials and region apply to her practice?

    She holds an LCSW and practices in Tennessee.

    Can I work with her if English is not my first language?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Does she see clients outside the United States?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are sessions paid for or billed?

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

    How do I begin working with Leigh Ann?

    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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