Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(669) 310-3425

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If you are someone with layered identities, you might feel both invisible and hyper-visible. The pressure to hold it all together—while carrying generational trauma, cultural disconnection, or chronic emotional overwhelm—can be exhausting. I work with people who are tired of pretending and ready to feel seen. I offer a therapeutic space that is grounded, affirming, and emotionally safe. There’s no “too much” here. You don’t have to explain your existence. You just have to bring yourself—and we’ll go from there.

You might be used to feeling like the other in your family, your relationships, or in the world.Maybe you’ve always carried a sense of being out of place. You’ve learned to navigate where you had to shrink, perform, or translate your experience just to be understood. You’ve survived systems that weren't built with you in mind—but survival isn't feeling whole

I work with people who feel like outsiders—because of their identity, their upbringing, the emotional intensity they carry. You don’t need to make yourself smaller. Therapy is a place to expand into your full self. My practice centers people who live at the margins—queer, immigrants, BIPOC folks, and anyone who’s ever felt like they dont quite fit.

Call or Email Leo Teles now for a free 15 minute consultation - (669) 310-3425

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(669) 310-3425

West Hollywood, CA 90046

People navigating childhood trauma and family dynamics. Clients experiencing emotional dysregulation, relationship or attachment wounds, etc

I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Relationship Issues and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (669) 310-3425

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(669) 310-3425

West Hollywood, CA 90046

People navigating childhood trauma and family dynamics. Clients experiencing emotional dysregulation, relationship or attachment wounds, etc

I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Relationship Issues and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $250
Couple Sessions $350

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

I do not work directly with insurance companies but provide statements in insurance-friendly format. Credit or Debit card kept on file. I accept direct payment only, through credit card, Paypal or Zelle. Upon request, I can provide you with an invoice to submit to insurance.

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 133847 Leo Teles

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 6 years

Attended California Institute of Integral Studies - CIIS, Masters, Graduated 2020

Additional Credentials

Membership with AAMFT

I work with "Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy" helping with anxiety, depression and trauma issues through psychedelic journeys. I also work with integration over "other medicines".

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

I work with "Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy" helping with anxiety, depression and trauma issues through psychedelic journeys. I also work with integration over "other medicines".

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Borderline Personality (BPD)
Relationship Issues
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Addiction
ADHD
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Antisocial Personality
Anxiety
Asperger's Syndrome
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Bisexual
Body Image
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
Internet Addiction
Lesbian
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Obesity
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Racial Identity
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD

I work with a range of therapeutic tools, but the heart of my work is always the relationship we build. Modalities are important, but they're just tools. What heals is connection. My approach is: Relational and collaborative where we shape the work together. Emotionally attuned, culturally aware, and identity-affirming. A balance of safety and challenge, so that healing can transformative.

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

3 Endorsements

Stephen Jacob Coffey

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

I am inspired by Leo's bold and direct style! He has the ability to get right into what client's are struggling with and assist them. I fully endorse Leo when a referral is requested!

Lisa Flores

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA

Wendy Elise Taylor

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I studied alongside Leo in grad school, where his diligence and dedication were unparalleled. Leo's honesty and commitment make him a valuable therapist who can challenge you to grow with love and authenticity. Leo deeply cares with honest insight.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Portuguese ,

Spanish

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Portuguese ,

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Emotionally Focused
Gestalt
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and integration.
Multicultural
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Relational
Trauma Focused

My approach is: Relational and collaborative. We shape the work together. Emotionally attuned, culturally aware, and identity-affirming. A balance of safety and challenge, so that healing can be both supported and transformative We move at a pace that respects your nervous system and honors your story. All parts of you are welcome,especially the ones that have been ignored, dismissed, or hidden.

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 310-3425

Location

Primary Location

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(669) 310-3425

Email me

Additional Location

West Hollywood, CA 90046

(669) 310-3425

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

North San Jose

People navigating childhood trauma and family dynamics. Clients experiencing emotional dysregulation, relationship or attachment wounds, etc

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (669) 310-3425

People navigating childhood trauma and family dynamics. Clients experiencing emotional dysregulation, relationship or attachment wounds, etc

Leo Teles

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (669) 310-3425

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