- Depression support
- Addiction recovery
- Mindful practices
About Leslie
Leslie Cockrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. He brings four years of clinical experience and works with individuals facing depression, anger, addiction, and grief. His approach emphasizes practical steps clients can use day to day and a focus on building kinder self-relationship.
Leslie offers one-on-one sessions and runs group work as part of his practice. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside mindfulness and self-compassion strategies to help clients notice patterns and try different responses. Sessions aim to be direct and down-to-earth, with clear goals and tools clients can practice between meetings.
Many people seek Leslie for issues such as mood disorders, low self-esteem, isolation, and struggles with substance use. He also addresses fatherhood concerns, communication problems, guilt and shame, and the particular challenges men may face when asking for support. Conversations typically focus on identifying triggers, building coping skills, and strengthening motivation for change.
Leslie encourages a collaborative process where the client’s priorities guide the work. He uses short exercises, thought records, and mindful practices to make progress feel tangible. Over time, people often report better self-awareness and more effective ways to handle difficult moments.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to his availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and session cost varies with location and therapist availability.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy
Leslie incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas in straightforward ways, helping clients notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses to change mood and behavior. He also uses mindfulness practices to build attention and reduce reactivity during stressful moments.He brings self-compassion techniques into sessions so people can learn kinder ways to relate to themselves when they feel shame or guilt. These approaches are often useful for depression, anger, addictions, and grief because they target patterns that keep problems stuck.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and try methods that match what the client wants to work on. Adjustments are made along the way so the approach fits the client’s life and needs.
Leslie has worked both in-person and via telehealth, though specific current session formats should be confirmed before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue care from a different location when schedules change, helping therapy remain consistent with everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Leslie help with?
He works with depression, anger, addictions, and grief. Additional focus areas include self-esteem, isolation, fatherhood issues, and men's issues.
What is his therapy style like?
His style blends evidence-based techniques with mindfulness and self-compassion. Sessions emphasize practical steps and skills clients can use between meetings.
What experience does he bring?
Leslie has four years of counseling experience working with individuals in-person and via telehealth. He also leads group sessions as part of his practice.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
The biography notes he has worked in-person and via telehealth. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to his availability.