Business Details
Specialized Mental Health Therapy for Women in Hickory, NC
Leslie McKenna Counseling and Therapy has been dedicated to supporting women through trauma, abuse, and mental health challenges since 1989. Our founder, Leslie McKenna, earned her training at Georgia State University and the Hub Counseling Center, specializing in trauma-informed care for sexual abuse survivors. Over decades, we have expanded our expertise through diverse roles, including court mediation and inpatient treatment at Broughton Hospital, to address eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.Our approach integrates neurobiological science, equipping clients with evidence-based skills to transform suffering into personal thriving. With deep roots in Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties, we serve both individuals and couples through compassionate, collaborative therapy.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Eating Disorders
Depression Treatment
Sexual Abuse Recovery
Women's Issues
Spirituality Coaching
Health and Wellness
Positive Psychology
Body Shame Counseling
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in trauma-informed mental health therapy.
- Our approach integrates neurobiological science with practical skill-building techniques.
- We specialize in addressing complex issues like sexual abuse and eating disorders.
- Our practice serves Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties with local expertise.
- We offer both individual and couples therapy sessions for personalized care.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Our anxiety therapy provides evidence-based interventions to manage symptoms and build resilience. We combine neurobiological insights with practical coping strategies tailored to individual needs. Clients learn to reframe thought patterns and develop long-term emotional regulation skills.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized trauma counseling addresses past experiences through a neurobiological framework. We help clients process traumatic memories safely while developing grounding techniques. Our approach fosters emotional healing and empowers survivors to reclaim their lives.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorder treatment focuses on developing healthy relationships with food and body image. We address underlying emotional triggers while promoting mindful eating practices. Clients receive personalized support to overcome disordered eating patterns and rebuild self-esteem.
Sexual Abuse Recovery
Our specialized recovery programs address the complex needs of sexual abuse survivors. We provide a safe space for processing trauma while teaching neuroscience-based skills to manage distress. The therapeutic process emphasizes empowerment and reclaiming personal agency.
Women's Issues
Women's issues counseling addresses unique challenges faced by women throughout different life stages. We specialize in navigating body image concerns, relationship dynamics, and societal pressures. Our approach combines compassionate support with evidence-based strategies for personal growth and empowerment.
People
Leslie McKenna
Therapist
Leslie McKenna has specialized in trauma-informed therapy since 1989, with training at Georgia State University and Hub Counseling Center. Her work integrates neurobiological science to help women overcome abuse, eating disorders, and anxiety while promoting emotional thriving.
Questions
What types of mental health issues do you specialize in?
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, sexual abuse recovery, and body shame for women across various life stages.
How does neurobiological science inform your therapy approach?
We teach clients about brain-based mechanisms of emotional suffering and provide practical skills that promote neural pathways for resilience and emotional regulation.
Do you offer therapy for couples?
Yes, we provide therapy for both individuals and couples, focusing on improving communication and addressing relationship dynamics that impact mental health.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties, offering in-person sessions at our Hickory, NC office.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, trauma-informed care, and neuroscience-based techniques tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
