Jess Leistikow
Counselor, MS, LCMHC (they, them)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Greensboro, NC 27410
Let's Connect (336) 920-7159
Feeling constantly at odds with yourself is exhausting. You're tired of the self-critical, worried thoughts that go through your head and the shame that rises up inside of you. You worry about how other people perceive you and if they can accept you for who you are. Sometimes it feels the only thing you can do is try harder to perfect your image, personality, or work, but you always end up feeling like you've missed the mark in some way. You wish that you could feel at peace with yourself and in your relationship with others- it would be amazing to feel some relief from the anxiety that often leaves you feeling overwhelmed.
I'm a white queer non-binary AuDHD therapist- for many years I searched for peace with myself through conformity to societal norms (hello masking), but it always left me feeling hopeless and isolated. I love helping clients unravel internalized shame and watching them bloom as they begin to access authenticity and self-compassion.
My approach is unmasked, calm, and gentle- I work well with clients who long for a nurturing and normalizing relationship where they can go deeper and know that they won't be seen as too sensitive or too much. If you're tired of empty phrases like "you're enough," and you want to pull up some bullshit expectations by the root, reach out!
Call or Email Jess Leistikow now for a free 15 minute consultation - (336) 920-7159
Let's Connect (336) 920-7159
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $135
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 920-7159
Jess Leistikow
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 15748 Jess Leistikow
- In Practice for 4 Years
- Attended UNC Greensboro, MS Counseling, Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Autism
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- LGBTQIA+ Issues and Identity Exploration
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Relationship with Food and Body
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Body Liberation, Health at Every Size
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (336) 920-7159
Jess Leistikow
Counselor, MS, LCMHC