Deidre McLeod , LPC, LCMHC
Compassionate trauma-informed counselor
- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and depression
- Relationships and families
About Deidre McLeod
Deidre McLeod, LPC, LCMHC, is a Florida-based mental health therapist with 15 years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of concerns. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, relationship and family challenges, intimacy concerns, parenting struggles, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and major life transitions. Her additional focus includes attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care dynamics, blended family concerns, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment problems, dissociation, and coping after divorce or separation.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates client-centered principles with evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, and she applies trauma-informed practices when appropriate. Deidre tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person, attending to physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of wellbeing to promote holistic healing. She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - reflecting formal training and licensure in clinical counseling.
Deidre understands that seeking change takes courage and approaches each partnership with support and empowerment. Her work is collaborative, focused on practical strategies and deeper insight to help people move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates client-centered principles with evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, and she applies trauma-informed practices when appropriate. Deidre tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person, attending to physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of wellbeing to promote holistic healing. She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - reflecting formal training and licensure in clinical counseling.
Deidre understands that seeking change takes courage and approaches each partnership with support and empowerment. Her work is collaborative, focused on practical strategies and deeper insight to help people move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Deidre McLeod have?
Deidre McLeod has 15 years of experience in mental health counseling.
Is Deidre McLeod a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials. License details include SC LPC 5744 and NC LCMHC 17436.
In which languages does Deidre McLeod provide therapy?
Deidre McLeod provides therapy in English.
Where is Deidre McLeod located?
Deidre McLeod is located in Florida.
How can I work with Deidre McLeod as my therapist?
You can work with Deidre McLeod through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Deidre McLeod work with international clients?
Deidre McLeod does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Deidre McLeod cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed growth. This approach helps people who want to explore values, identity, relationships, and emotional healing in a collaborative way.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical tools and skills. It is often effective for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes by teaching concrete strategies to shift reactions and routines.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends acceptance and change strategies, teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It can be especially useful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive or self-destructive behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Deidre works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. Licensed professionals aim to tailor techniques and pace so that therapy supports each person where they are.
Online sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who cannot attend in person. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, access support from different locations, and fit therapy into everyday life while working with experienced therapists.