Leslie Reed Shields, LCSW-R, brings a deep commitment to health and wellness in her psychotherapy practice, which is shaped by her training in both contemplative and psychodynamic therapies. Her approach is a reflection of her ongoing therapeutic journey and spiritual practice, allowing her to navigate seamlessly between the languages of love, compassion, emotional distress, and resilience. With a focus on the present moment, Leslie understands how early developmental experiences can influence current feelings, mood, and behavior, often obscuring one’s inherent potential for well-being. She is particularly adept at supporting individuals, couples, and families through challenging life transitions, encompassing issues such as loss, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Leslie also offers supervision for clinicians, introducing them to a Contemplative Model that fosters trust in their inner wisdom while serving clients. Through this method, hope and creativity are unleashed, key drivers for individual growth and emotional healing. In Leslie’s practice, a successful therapeutic experience relies on a genuine collaboration between therapist and client, creating a space for new insights and understanding to flourish.