Leslie Vriesman

Leslie Vriesman is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of relationships and emotional well-being. Understanding that relationships can be challenging, particularly those that matter most, Leslie creates a safe and nurturing environment for clients to explore their feelings and experiences. With extensive training in Psychodynamic Therapy and insights gained from esteemed figures in Couples Therapy, such as John and Julie Gottman and Phil Ringstrom, Leslie effectively addresses issues related to marital and premarital concerns, mood disorders, and deeper relational pain, which can manifest as anxiety, fear, depression, or grief. She works with a diverse range of couples to enhance connection, foster respectful and loving relationships, and rebuild trust through improved communication. Her therapeutic approach is primarily relational, incorporating elements from psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and attachment therapies. Leslie is particularly committed to supporting individuals, including women and men facing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma from sexual abuse, PTSD, as well as body image and spirituality concerns. She is passionate about journeying alongside her clients with openness, curiosity, and compassion, guiding them towards healing and personal growth.