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Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC

Leesa Harris

Counselor, MS, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
1457 East 84th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
Let's Connect (219) 355-3196
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I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 30 years of experience. I enjoy working with teens and young adults but have also worked with children and adults of all ages. I relate well with adolescents with behavioral issues, school issues, involvement in juvenile justice system, mental health issues and substance use. I have experience working with youth, children and families with child services involvement including foster care. I have had excellent outcomes working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger management, other mental health issues, as well as those who have been impacted by trauma.
Through my professional career, I have completed training in evidence-based practices, including Trauma Focused modality, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution focused therapy, and I utilize a strength-based approach.
I am here to listen and provide a supportive environment where one can expect a safe, professional, insightful and authentic therapeutic relationship. My clients have described me as naturally warm, professional, and knowledgeable and have indicated their sessions have been goal-oriented, strength-based and helpful with successful outcomes.
Call or Leesa Harris now for a free 15 minute consultation - (219) 355-3196

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1457 East 84th Place

Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 355-3196
I offer in-person or virtual sessions in my comfy, conveniently located office. I'm available weekday evenings & occasionally on Saturdays.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Behavioral Issues and Oppositional Defiance (ODD) 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1457 East 84th Place

Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 355-3196
I offer in-person or virtual sessions in my comfy, conveniently located office. I'm available weekday evenings & occasionally on Saturdays.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Behavioral Issues and Oppositional Defiance (ODD) 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Elevance
  • Highmark
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan
  • Optima Health Plan
  • Optum
  • Out of pocket
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 39000408A Leesa Harris
  • In Practice for 34 Years
  • Attended Indiana University Bloomington IN, Master of Science, Graduated 1989
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Juvenile delinquent behavior
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
Do these issues align with your needs? or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (219) 355-3196
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Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC

2 Endorsements

Angela Marie Swelfer
Angela Marie Swelfer
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
Leesa is a compassionate, resourceful, empathetic therapist with a variety of skills working with juveniles on probation, youth in foster care, complex trauma and a multitude of other issues.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC

Location

Primary Location

1457 East 84th Place

Merrillville, IN 46410

(219) 355-3196

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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I offer in-person or virtual sessions in my comfy, conveniently located office. I'm available weekday evenings & occasionally on Saturdays.
Call for a free consultation now - (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC
"
I offer in-person or virtual sessions in my comfy, conveniently located office. I'm available weekday evenings & occasionally on Saturdays.
Call for a free consultation now - (219) 355-3196
Photo of Leesa Harris, MS, LMHC, Counselor
Leesa Harris
Counselor, MS, LMHC