Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Leona Pusey-Rigg, LCSW
Florida
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW13424
- NPI
- 1831654441
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Leona supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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- ACT methods
- CBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Leona
Leona Pusey-Rigg is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Florida with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, career changes, bipolar disorder, and coping with life transitions.
Leona uses clear, practical methods in sessions. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused work. Sessions focus on small, doable steps that help people manage symptoms and move toward their goals.
Her background includes long-term practice in social work settings and a focus on issues that often overlap, such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric concerns, and hospice and end-of-life counseling. She also addresses immigration-related stress, isolation, communication problems, and problems caused by disaster or domestic violence.
Leona emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which clients can talk through practical problems. She helps clients identify their strengths and build skills for everyday life. Treatment plans are set up to reflect each person’s goals and circumstances.
Sessions are provided via live video, with telephone used occasionally. Before booking, confirm the current session options so they fit your schedule and needs.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Leona commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Client-Centered and mindfulness-based practices. ACT focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action, which can help with stress, life transitions, and anxiety. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is a shared process. She will work with each person to choose which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. That collaboration guides how sessions are structured and which techniques are practiced between meetings.
Sessions are provided via live video, with occasional telephone used as noted in her practice description. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what format will be used. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can combine appointments with work or caregiving tasks.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma, sleeping problems, parenting stress, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, and life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and person-centered, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques to set clear goals and small steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience as a licensed clinical social worker working across multiple settings.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; check the subscription details for pricing that applies to your area.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform workflow.
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