Leah M. Zook MSW, LICSW, QSP As a LICSW providing counseling services, I consider it a privilege to partner with clients in processing and moving through their journey to healing, well-being, and self-actualization. I genuinely love my job and love talking with and meeting new people. I have worked in human services and mental health in various capacities for the past 17 years, practicing psychotherapy for the last 9 years. Using an integrative, strengths-based, person-centered approach, I draw from various holistic and evidence-based therapeutic modalities to tailor the treatment to the individual's specific needs. It is an honor to collaborate with clients in an effort to find and employ the approach/s that will best serve them. In my practice, I am constantly learning and continuously strive to understand better the human experience and the complex challenges that many face in this life. Keeping an open mind and being utterly non-judgmental while working with others is very important. My style is very open and fluid. I respect each person as unique and feel excited by the many facets of human diversity every day. I am comfortable working with individuals, children, and families dealing with various stressors and/or presenting with different mental health concerns. I am a trauma-informed clinician with several years of clinical experience working with persons impacted by trauma and complex trauma. Other areas of specialization have been within the LGBTQIA2S communities, focusing on healthy sexuality and identity development. I am also experienced and comfortable working with and treating individuals with neurodevelopment disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, SPMI (serious and persistent mental illness), crisis support, and culturally sensitive treatment with diverse populations.

My direct contact number is

218-393-5235

My email is

leah.zook@clearperspectives.org

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