Leslie Scott, LPC
- Stress and anxiety
- Family and parenting
- Grief support
About Leslie Scott
She approaches each person as the expert of their own story and emphasizes collaboration in setting goals and planning steps forward. Leslie supports those coping with mood concerns such as depression and bipolar-related struggles, substance and behavioral addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy and relationship issues, and life transitions that include aging, caregiving, adoption and foster care dynamics. Her practice also addresses concerns around self-esteem, anger, sleeping difficulties, ADHD, career stress, and compassion fatigue.
Beginning therapy can feel challenging, and Leslie recognizes that first steps require courage. She aims to create a supportive environment that honors each client’s strengths while offering practical tools and guidance to help them achieve meaningful change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Leslie Scott have?
Leslie Scott has 20 years of professional experience as a therapist.
Is Leslie Scott a licensed therapist?
Yes. Leslie holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license details are VA LPC 0701010821.
In which languages does Leslie Scott provide therapy?
Leslie provides therapy in English.
Where is Leslie Scott located?
Leslie is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Leslie Scott as my therapist?
Clients can work with Leslie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Leslie Scott work with international clients?
Yes, Leslie works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Leslie Scott cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Leslie's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Leslie. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based approaches and online accessibility
Leslie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients build practical skills and make measurable progress. These techniques focus on helping people identify patterns that contribute to stress or mood challenges and practice new ways of thinking and behaving that reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Complementing that work, Leslie adopts a strengths-based, collaborative approach that treats clients as partners in therapy. This perspective emphasizes clients’ existing resources and life experience, tailoring interventions to their goals around relationships, grief, parenting, addiction recovery, trauma recovery, or career and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Leslie works with each client to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She views therapy as a shared effort, adjusting methods as progress unfolds.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for busy schedules and for those who live far from in-person services. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access support during life transitions, and continue care when travel or location would otherwise be a barrier while working with a licensed professional.