Gottman Method Therapists in Waxahachie, TX

I know what it's like being scared to seek help. I know that asking for help can sometimes feel like things are failing and I caused them. I also know how nervous I felt when I looked for assistance and wanting to begin therapy, scared with questions like, will I be judged? Will they keep my confidence? Can I trust them? I knew that when seeking therapy and looking for help all I wanted was for things to be better, get better, live healthier and be accepted. Therapy is scary, it can bring up issues that may be more frightening than you would like to cope with. Therapy is also helpful, healthy and the best part is, you're not alone.

Our lives are complex and so deeply personal. It is essential for me to take each individual's needs into consideration. My goal is to support and empower you along your journey through life as we address the concerns and obstacles you may face. My stengths-focused approach to counseling is ensure to provide a safe space, free of judgement, where you can be authentically you and open to exploring the areas of your life that are difficult to navigate alone.

Having the pleasure of working with kids, adults, couples and families for the past 20+ years has taught me that not all storms come to disrupt our life, some come to clear our path. My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges you may be facing. Together we will identify your strengths and develop them into effective strategies for coping with everyday life. We Fall. We Break. We Fail. But then we Rise. We Heal. We Overcome.

I work with clients struggling with unhealthy coping skills and dysfunctional survival traits as an adaptation to a deeper issue. Those struggling with personality disorders, codependency, trauma, OCD, anxiety, perfectionism and eating disorders are among my areas of expertise. Trauma populations include but are not limited to sexual trauma, military trauma, spiritual trauma, emotional, physical, neglect and abandonment. I also enjoy working with children for a variety of issues including anxiety, adjustment, and behavioral disorders.

My approach centers on meeting clients' unique needs and acknowledging their distinct challenges and aspirations. My commitment to tailoring methods for personalized and effective mental well-being sets me apart. My practice integrates various therapeutic modalities—CBT, compassion-focused, Culturally Sensitive, DBT, Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic, and trauma-focused, offering an adaptable toolkit for diverse needs. I merge a commitment to individualized care with evidence-based techniques, empowering clients on their unique journeys toward positive change and self-discovery.

I am Leslie N. Casiano, a personable, bilingual Spanish speaking Clinician who believes Counseling is for everyone in search of overcoming life obstacles. I believe healing and progress can be obtained through a collaborative approach to therapy. I have experience working alongside a wide age range of clients including adults, adolescents, children, and couples. My goal is to offer all clients a therapeutic, non-judgmental space where individuals and couples feel safe to face their struggles and challenges. The journey to a new chapter starts by scheduling an appointment with our office today.

I work with individuals and couples navigating complex relationship issues. If you and your partner are struggling with escalating conflict, constant fighting, betrayal, or simply feeling disconnected from one another, let me help you build a love that lasts. If you are seeking more stable dating relationships or are rebuilding post separation, I can help you process the past and identify what you need in future relationships. I use attachment research and evidence-based interventions to teach you where things went wrong and how to build a stable, healthy relationship moving forward.

I help high-achieving women develop a healthier sense of self and more fulfilling interpersonal relationships by addressing childhood trauma and attachment wounds and cultivating the necessary coping skills to navigate life's stressors and emotional distress. Together, we will help you reclaim your life by addressing limiting beliefs and behaviors that have kept you "stuck." We will explore the ways your life experiences have shaped you and create a plan that promotes healing. I believe in creating & holding a safe space for my clients to show up as their authentic selves.

Do you feel stuck in your relationship, can't find a way to repair or move forward, are you a parent that is worried about their child? I am here to help you heal attachment injuries, understand how each person is affecting the other, and find ways to move forward with more connection. You will can tools to repair in the future and limit future relationship wounds. Relationships are hard because we are not in their mind, sometimes we may be talking in different languages and missing each other. I am here to help slow it down so you can do something different in your relationships.

I’m a dedicated mental health therapist specializing in working with adults and couples. With a Master's degree in clinical mental health and many years of experience in the field, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe in the power of connection and open communication as essential components of the therapeutic process. I am Passionate about fostering personal growth and resilience, I am committed to supporting individuals and couples in achieving their mental health goals.