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Leora Mirkin, LCSW
Stress, Anxiety
LGBTQ+
Relationships
Family conflicts
Self esteem, Motivation
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About me
Hello, and welcome! My name is Leora and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Wisconsin. I am passionate about helping people meet their goals and live happier, more fulfilled lives.
I believe we all deserve to be who we truly are, and sometimes we need help to harness the bravery to live authentically. I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ and poly communities. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community myself, I understand that having an identity that differs from the societal norm can make seeking treatment feel especially daunting. My clients enjoy a truly non-judgmental space to cultivate the strength to become a prouder version of their authentic selves. Many of my clients describe sessions with me as relaxed and not overly clinical, while still being extremely effective.
The issues I am most experienced in treating include anxiety, depression, OCD, intrusive thoughts, gender dysphoria, low self-esteem, body image issues, trauma, PTSD, and relationship boundary issues. I primarily use well-researched Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness therapies.
I believe that being open about our mental health and seeking help when we need it is one of the most noble things a person can do. Taking care of your mental health doesn't just benefit you, it benefits everyone who knows and cares about you as well! Congratulations on your bravery in taking the first step.
I know how important it is that you can count on regular responses from your counselor. I respond to messages at least once per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
I am currently offering messaging and Live Chat. If you would prefer video or phone, please select a different therapist. Thank you!
Professional experience
7yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety
LGBTQ+
Relationships
Family conflicts
Self esteem, Motivation
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Immigration issues, Jealousy, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
License information
WI LCSW 9264-123
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Leora Mirkin. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Leora has been incredible in hearing me out, allowing me to reach my own conclusions, and also been supportive of my choices in a gentle yet guiding manner.
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Leora for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Leora is a top notch therapist and I was lucky to have had her for the time I did. Unfortunately, (for me) she was offered another position and had to leave the platform.
Written on Feb 15, 2023 after therapy with Leora for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I had been to several therapists in the past and never felt like I could find a match. Leora made me feel like she was on my side and took the time to listen and tap into how I was feeling. I hate that she is leaving but I wouldn't change it for the world. Good luck Leora!
Written on Feb 01, 2023 after therapy with Leora for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Leora is kind and respectful and so helpful. I always leave our sessions feeling heard and understood and I have a new perspective and strategies to help whatever issue I am focusing on. Most comfortable therapy I’ve had!
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with Leora for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Excellent therapist! I look forward to talking to her every week! She’s so nice and so understanding. She makes me feel so comfortable and so heard. I know my problems aren’t even near as close to the real hard life problems other people have, but she makes me feel like they are just as important. We all have our own challenges and it’s important to have someone we can trust to talk to about them. I’m extremely happy that I found her! Can’t wait to see what I can conquer with her help and accountability!
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Leora for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
Thank you so much! You are an amazing counselor
Written on Aug 06, 2020 after therapy with Leora for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes