Jessica Leistikow, MS, LCMHCA, NCC, is a compassionate counselor dedicated to helping individuals lighten their burdens through the power of therapy. She creates a space where clients can experience the support they need to navigate life's challenges. By fostering genuine relationships that prioritize each person's voice, experiences, and values, Jessica eases the fears and discomfort associated with sharing personal stories. Her commitment to inclusivity ensures that individuals from all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, body sizes, and cultural backgrounds feel affirmed in her practice. With experience in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, adjustment to illness, self-esteem, identity exploration, and life transitions, Jessica integrates a somatically informed approach alongside Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. As an Embodied Recovery-informed therapist, she respects the inherent resilience within each person, guiding clients to explore their strengths as tools for healing and growth. By focusing on the connection between body and mind, Jessica aims to foster a deeper connection to oneself and to others.