A Little Bit About Lesley...

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I grew up in a small town on the south shore of  Ma. I spent my summer playing outside  with neighborhood kids.  The majority of my childhood was spent in the dance studio. Dance is my passion. Music and movement are my comfort activities. I considered everyone in my dance life, family, so much so that I enrolled my daughter  in the same dance center 3 years ago. Watching my child love movement is such a wonderful experience.

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WHY DID YOU BECOME A THERAPIST?

I always loved helping people. As a child I found myself in the peer mediator role. At age 12  my life changed dramatically. I suffered a brain injury leading to 8 brain surgeries. As a result my body experienced a paralyzing stroke. The providers and therapists I encountered during my recovery fueled my passion for helping others. When I returned to school in 7th grade I wrote in my yearbook I wanted to be a psychiatrist or a therapist. When I entered college I chose a major in Psychology to begin working towards the goal. I continued my education at Bridgewater State University’s Mental Health Counseling program. 

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CREDENTIALS:

• B.A Psychology Emmanuel  College

• M.Ed. Mental Health Counseling 

• TF- CBT Certified

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RELEVANT PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years Working in multiple different roles  in  CBHI programs

• Therapeutic Mentor

• Therapeutic Training & Support

• In Home Therapist

• Behavior Monitor

• Behavior Management Therapist

• Outpatient Therapist

• School Based Clinician

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RANDOM FUN FACTS ABOUT ME:

• I carried Olympic torch when it came through Cambridge, MA.

•  I was a competitive dancer.

• I earned my Gold Award in Girl  Scouts.

• I love my ice coffee! 

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Best Goal:

Watching my family remain happy and healthy. 

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Best Habit:

Organizing!

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Best Reason to be Happy:

My family /my daughter.

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Best Accomplishment:

Again, my daughter and family. 

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Best Motto:

​One day at a time. 

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Best Under-Appreciated Skill:

Patience & empathy.