Leslie Reed

Cultivating awareness is crucial in a complex, global world. My intention is to provide a thoughtful, confidential space where one’s inner voice and opportunities for discernment can be revealed.
I believe that a successful therapeutic experience ensures a genuine collaboration among the client and therapist where new understanding can emerge, leading to a desired resolution of problems and authentic change. Working contemplatively we uncover patterns of behavior and beliefs that interfere with happiness and personal and professional growth; making room for continuous self reflection, deepening awareness and the development of stronger, more sustaining connections.
My practice is informed by formal training in psychodynamic and contemplative therapies, meditation and journaling, as well as my own personal spiritual practice.
Please contact me with further questions regarding my approach and my practice specialties. I am available for a free initial phone consultation.
Qualifications
NYS Licensed Clinical social Worker, LCSW-R
MSW from Fordham University, 1983.
Certificate in Organizational Development and Consultation, William Alanson White Institute,1997.
Certificate in Contemplative Clinical Practice, Smith College School of Social Work, April, 2010.
Past Director, Organization Program,William Alanson White Institute,NYC.
Affiliations
NASW
International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations
Fees
Sliding scale, Out of network provider and insurance reimbursable
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Grief
Trauma
Divorce
Job transitions
Child Development Issues (ADHD, Developmental Disorders, Parenting)
Work related issues
Executive coaching
Services
Individual, Couples, Family Therapy
Clinical Supervision for clinicians
Group for practitioners interested in nurturing a contemplative foundation to their practice. Participants will be introduced to a Reflective Practice Reflective model, the structure within which clinical practice is best provided and nurtured. This is an iterative and relational process, intended to increase one’s capacity for self observation and an ability to make sense of direct experience, both personal and other. The activities of reflection and contemplation are dynamic and if engaged thoughtfully, its’ by-product is new learning, cultivated from one’s direct experience.
Organizational Consultation (Strategy and Mission development, Leadership transitions, team development, Talent management)
Training and curriculum development in mental health and school settings; Leadership development and organizational change
The Women's Business Coterie- Women's group that meets monthly for an intensive work session, to strategically grow their business, and promote personal and professional development.