- Compassionate presence
- Skill focused
- Values guided
About Leigh
Leigh Ann Whitus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who welcomes people seeking help with stress, anxiety, family concerns, and mood challenges. She aims to make first steps in therapy feel less intimidating and to offer a supportive place to talk about what’s happening now.
Leigh Ann earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and holds an LCSW. She emphasizes a collaborative approach where goals are set together and progress is paced to fit each person’s life. Christian counseling is available on request and she offers culturally sensitive care to people from diverse backgrounds.
In sessions she blends practical skills with reflective work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices are used to teach emotion regulation and grounding skills that people can apply in day-to-day moments.
Leigh Ann also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to help people clarify personal values and take small steps toward them. She has experience supporting people with ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and grief, along with parenting and relationship strain.
Early sessions focus on understanding current concerns, setting clear goals, and choosing strategies that fit the person. The tone is collaborative and practical, with attention to what works between sessions and how to adjust plans as needs change.
How therapy approaches shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take small actions toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where motivation or direction feels unclear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaching practical tools to change them, which can help with panic, anxiety, and low mood. Mindfulness-based approaches teach simple attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus in daily life.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to try first, and will adjust over time based on progress, goals, and preferences. That process is practical and shared rather than fixed from the start.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so you know how meetings will be held. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Depending on available formats, this can help people keep continuity of care while managing school, work, or caregiving obligations.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Leigh Ann address?
She provides therapy for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and family strain, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, and related issues like abandonment or isolation.
What is her general therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on setting goals and learning skills that can be used between meetings.
How many years of experience does she have?
Leigh Ann has six years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, and family concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for scheduling and appointments.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.