Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Leslie Sakow, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Mood
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- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW003580
- NPI
- 1558576579
- Experience
- 21 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Leslie 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.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Mood disorders
- Mindfulness skills
About Leslie
Leslie Sakow is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Georgia with more than 21 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, ADHD, bipolar conditions, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes and disasters.
Leslie uses a mix of practical methods in sessions. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to test thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness and somatic practices help when the body carries stress. Dialectical skills support emotion regulation and distress tolerance, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and take manageable action.
Her approach includes expressive arts elements such as movement, language, and visual work when that fits a person’s needs. She also uses positive psychology and supportive counseling to build strengths. Clients can expect a focus on real-life steps and symptom management rather than abstract theory.
Leslie describes planning mental health action alongside therapy, so goals and skills develop together. Sessions aim to increase day-to-day functioning, handle mood swings, and reduce overwhelm from stressful life events. She keeps explanations direct and uses concrete exercises that can be practiced between meetings.
Work with Leslie centers on understanding what is causing distress and finding durable, practical ways to respond. She encourages small, steady changes and helps people track progress over time.
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How Leslie Uses Therapy Approaches Online
Leslie often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on clarifying what matters to the client and taking committed action even when hard thoughts or feelings appear. CBT looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.She also brings in Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when intense moods or impulsivity are a concern. DBT skills are practical tools for handling sudden shifts in feeling and improving interpersonal effectiveness.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Leslie will discuss goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. The process is collaborative and focuses on skills that can be used in daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and health demands. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when a brief touchpoint is more practical, or for practices such as mindfulness and somatic exercises that translate well to remote sessions.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, self-esteem issues, and compassion fatigue among other mood and adjustment concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical mix of approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and somatic methods, with expressive arts and positive psychology added when useful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Leslie has 21 years of experience working in clinical settings with Georgia residents.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credential LCSW and CSW and is licensed in Georgia as an LCSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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