- Panic and anxiety support
- Strength-based care
- English and Tagalog
About Leo
Leo Lyon is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people facing low self-esteem, depression, career uncertainty, compassion fatigue, and the stress of big life changes. He focuses on panic disorder and panic attacks as part of a broader practice that supports emotional coping and day-to-day functioning. Leo speaks English and Tagalog and practices in Nevada.
He works in a collaborative way. Sessions aim to uncover personal strengths and build practical skills for managing symptoms. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at small, doable changes that add up over time.
Leo’s background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He has three years of clinical experience and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work with clients.
His approach draws on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy within a trauma-informed, strength-based framework. That mix is applied to issues like attachment, communication problems, dissociation, and feelings of emptiness, as well as practical concerns such as fatherhood and work direction.
Because of insurance paneling rules, Leo is out of network with United Health and Optum plans. Fees vary by location and availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability.
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy focuses on teaching skills for managing intense emotions and reducing panic-driven reactions. It offers concrete tools for distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and clearer interpersonal communication, which can help when panic or overwhelming feelings arise.Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and their lives. It helps separate a person from a problem and create alternative narratives that highlight resilience and personal strengths, useful for low self-esteem and feelings of emptiness.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then committing to actions that reflect personal values. This approach supports people working through life changes, career questions, and recurring anxiety patterns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That plan can be adjusted as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reducing travel time and allowing more consistent check-ins during work breaks or between obligations. It can also allow shorter follow-ups or longer skill-building sessions depending on what the person needs and what the therapist offers.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Nevada, Idaho
Languages
English, Tagalog
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Leo commonly address?
He works with people facing low self-esteem, depression, career questions, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a collaborative, straightforward approach that focuses on strengths and practical skills. Sessions emphasize small changes that can improve day-to-day functioning.
What is his clinical background?
Leo holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago, with three years of clinical experience.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Nevada and holds the LCSW credential listed as LCSW, IL LCSW.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Tagalog.
Can people outside the country work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do costs look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.