Owner, Executive Director, and Clinician

Master’s of Education – College of Idaho

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Approach/Philosophy: Leslee practices from an empowerment-centered, trauma-informed counseling philosophy, recognizing the impact of trauma on safety, identity, relationships, and overall well-being. She creates a therapeutic environment grounded in safety, trust, collaboration, and respect for client autonomy, meeting clients where they are and honoring their lived experiences without judgment. Viewing trauma responses as adaptive survival strategies, Leslee works from a strengths-based, client-centered framework and uses evidence-based interventions to support insight, emotional regulation, and effective coping skills. Treatment is carefully paced to minimize retraumatization, with psychoeducation integrated to foster understanding, self-compassion, and resilience. Leslee’s goal is to empower clients to reclaim agency and build meaningful, fulfilling lives guided by ethical practice, cultural humility, and professional integrity. Expertise: Leslee brings over 40 years of experience in the mental health field, with a strong passion for working with individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder and dual diagnosis. As a clinical supervisor, she offers extensive knowledge and guidance, and she works effectively with both individuals and group settings to support meaningful and lasting change. Leslee brings over 40 years of experience in the mental health field, with a strong passion for working with individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder and dual diagnosis. As a clinical supervisor, she offers extensive knowledge and guidance, and she works effectively with both individuals and group settings to support meaningful and lasting change.