Therapist profile
Leslie Stanton, LCSW
New Jersey
LCSW - Stress and Anger support
Continue with LeslieKey details
- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, New Jersey / 44SC05491000
- NPI1891067963
- Experience17 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew Jersey
About
- CBT techniques
- Attachment focus
- Mindfulness skills
About Leslie
Leslie Stanton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 17 years of professional experience. She works with adults on common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, grief, self-esteem, relationship concerns, family issues, parenting, trauma and bipolar mood concerns.
She focuses on straightforward, practical conversations. Sessions center on identifying what is driving strong reactions and learning clearer ways to respond. Leslie uses hands-on tools so people can notice patterns and try different responses between sessions.
Her background blends several clinical approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns with others. Mindfulness Therapy adds simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness.
Leslie describes the work as collaborative. She and the client map priorities, set short goals, and check progress. The emphasis is on skills people can use at home, at work, and in relationships when anger or stress starts to build.
Her style is direct and respectful. She aims to provide clear options and practical steps rather than abstract talk. To begin, clients follow the site process to match and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
Approaches used in online sessions and what they do
Leslie draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behaviors that maintain stress, anxiety, or anger. CBT offers step-by-step tools for changing how a person reacts in tense moments and for testing new ways of responding.Attachment-Based Therapy is used to look at how early relationship patterns affect current emotional responses. This approach helps people understand why certain interactions trigger strong feelings and how to build different habits in relationships.
Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. These skills are taught in short exercises that can be used when tension starts to build.
Choosing an approach is part of the work. Leslie will collaborate with each client to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. She checks progress and adjusts tools so the plan stays practical and focused on day-to-day challenges.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins around a work break or avoiding travel time. Licensed professionals often find telehealth helpful for maintaining consistency and trying skills between appointments.
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Also works with
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, grief, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting, trauma and bipolar-related issues.
How would she approach my anger?
She uses practical conversations to identify triggers and patterns, and teaches concrete strategies to manage reactions and try different responses.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Leslie has 17 years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LCSW licensed in New Jersey and practices with clients in that state.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English; international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.