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Leslie Stover
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
North Carolina and South Carolina

In-network with

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare

Specializes in

Anger Management, Anxiety, and Depression

Great to meet you!

I'm Leslie, founder of Essence of Life Therapy & Wellness. I hold an MSW from Howard University, specializing in depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family issues. With 7 years of experience, I'm committed to helping you find the essence of what you truly desire in life. I believe in your expertise in your journey, and in the strength you possess to conquer challenges. Taking the brave step to start therapy is commendable, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I advocate for clarity and honesty, employing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside techniques like DBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to tackle challenges effectively.

What you can expect from our first session

After our first session, expect to feel empowered, calm, and inspired to pursue your personal aspirations. I trust in your self-awareness, and my aim is to support, gently guide, and collaborate with you to foster lasting transformations. Therapy sessions with me are conducted in a compassionate, inclusive, and transparent atmosphere.


Leslie's style is

Warm
Affirming
Empowering

Insurance carriers Leslie accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UnitedHealthcare

More about Leslie

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Howard University
License type: LISW-CP (Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice) (South Carolina), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Adults
More specialties: Relationship Issues
Modalities: Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing

Location

2530 Meridian Pkwy Ste 300
Durham, NC 27713