Leah Doughty, LMHC, LPC

Practical approaches for online parenting and life challenges

Leah uses evidence-based techniques that keep conversations focused and useful. She emphasizes approaches that help people manage anxiety and stress by breaking down overwhelming problems into small, doable steps and building coping plans that fit daily life. She also works with strategies that address addiction and trauma-related symptoms by identifying risky patterns and developing safer, healthier routines.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Leah will discuss what you want to change, try an approach that matches those goals, and adjust methods based on what works best for you. She helps set clear goals and checks progress so the plan stays practical and aligned with your priorities.

Online sessions offer flexibility for busy parents and workers. Video calls let you read facial expressions and body language, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when you need a quick check-in, and live chat or text messaging allow shorter, more frequent touchpoints between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a work break, childcare schedule, or other commitments while keeping the focus on steady progress.