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Leigh-Anne Husted

Therapist · Florida

Leigh-Anne Husted

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Life purpose and relationships

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Experience
11 years
Based in
Florida
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Attachment based work
  • CBT and DBT skills
  • Mindfulness practices

About Leigh-Anne

Leigh-Anne Husted is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 11 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addictions, trauma, grief, parenting challenges, and questions about life purpose. She also works with issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, and caregiver strain.

She earned a Master of Social Work from Florida State University. Much of her career has focused on at-risk youth and young adults. That work included roles in schools, residential care, wilderness therapy, and programs for people experiencing homelessness. Those settings shaped a practical, solutions-minded approach.

In sessions she draws from attachment-based ideas, client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral methods, dialectical behavior skills, and mindfulness practices. Conversations tend to focus on concrete skills, clearer thinking patterns, and ways to manage intense feelings. She uses everyday language and simple tools people can try between sessions.

Leigh-Anne pays attention to how early relationships affect current patterns. She helps people notice unhelpful habits and practice different choices. For those facing life transitions or questions about purpose, she offers structured discussions and exercises to clarify values and next steps.

Her background working with diverse, high-need populations informs how she adapts methods to each person. Sessions are practical and grounded in real-world experience. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and can follow the site’s steps to begin.

License and NPI on record

LCSW
Florida · SW17259
LCSW
Utah · 8877168-3501

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Florida, Utah

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online work

Leigh-Anne uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships shape current behavior. That approach helps with trust, communication problems, and patterns that repeat in relationships. Client-centered therapy means conversations focus on the person's concerns and the therapist follows their lead; it is useful when someone needs a thoughtful listener and space to sort priorities.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new, practical ways of responding. CBT techniques can help with anxiety, depression, and decision-making during life changes. The therapist treats choosing an approach as a team effort; sessions include checking in about what feels helpful and adjusting methods to fit the client's goals and preferences.

The original biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Many people find that video or phone sessions let them continue regular work on skills between meetings while keeping therapy manageable alongside everyday responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addictions, trauma and grief. Additional focuses include life purpose, parenting strain, and caregiver stress.

How does she approach someone feeling stuck?

She uses client-centered conversations alongside practical techniques from CBT and DBT to identify patterns and try small changes. Sessions emphasize skills to manage emotions and clearer thinking.

What is her background and experience?

She has 11 years of experience and a Master of Social Work from Florida State University. Her work history includes schools, residential care, wilderness therapy, and programs for people experiencing homelessness.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Florida. Practice location is listed as Florida.

Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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