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Leona Pusey-Rigg

Supportive, practical therapy for daily family life

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Credentials
LCSW
Experience
15 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Leona

Leona Pusey-Rigg is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, and major life changes. She writes simply and directly, meeting people where they are and focusing on practical steps that fit daily life. Her tone is calm and respectful, aimed at parents and adults looking for steady support.

She uses straightforward methods to help clients build on their strengths. Sessions emphasize clear goals and small, manageable changes.

Background and approach

She believes the relationship between therapist and client matters, and she aims to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where people feel heard and respected. Leona draws on 15 years as an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - and long experience in social work settings. She blends techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered work, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

That mix lets her tailor sessions to each person’s needs rather than using one fixed method. In practice she helps with a wide range of concerns including family and parenting issues, grief and bereavement, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and mood struggles such as bipolar disorder.

She also addresses practical challenges like workplace stress, communication problems, guilt, and coping after disasters. Leona offers therapy from Florida and provides sessions in English. Her stated session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, using a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on the therapist’s availability.

How her approaches work online and what to expect

Leona commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and client-centered methods. CBT helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and manage anger. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions toward them while learning to accept hard feelings. Client-centered therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience, using empathy and listening to help people feel understood and make their own choices.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will ask about goals, daily routines, and what has or hasn’t helped before. From there she tailors techniques and checks in regularly to adjust the plan so it fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online sessions offer flexible options like video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues for clearer communication while phone or text can be easier on busy days or for shorter check-ins. These formats help parents and people with busy schedules access ongoing support without extra travel, making it easier to keep therapy consistent.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting worries, family issues, trauma, grief, sleep problems, anger, career stress, and mood disorders among other life challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and respectful. Sessions focus on clear goals, building on strengths, and using brief exercises drawn from several evidence-based methods.
How long has she practiced social work?
She has 15 years of experience as an LCSW and background working in multiple social work settings.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds LCSW licensure in Florida with licence number FL LCSW SW13424 and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions may be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How do I get started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
15 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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