Lesley Paige Sagalow
Hi, I’m Lesley. I am a licensed therapist providing therapy to adults in Pennsylvania and Delaware. I often see people struggling with what I call “reality gaps”, which is the space between the life you have and the life you want. The wider that gap feels, the more distress tends to grow.
I often see people struggling with what I call “reality gaps”, which is the space between the life you have and the life you want.
I have over a decade of experience working with adults and adolescents facing chronic depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, and relational conflict.
First session
Our first session is a chance to get oriented. We can talk about what brought you in and what you would like help with. I work from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) perspective, which involves exploring the mind’s chatter and identifying unhelpful patterns.
Strengths
I hear that I am thoughtful, detail-oriented, and kind. I've always been interested in people, getting to know others, and understanding experiences that shape the way we move through the world.
Ideal clients
I often work with individuals who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns or might be going through a difficult life transition. In ACT, we recognize that we have limited control over our internal experiences. Our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations often arise without our choosing. Rather than trying to eliminate or avoid difficult feelings, we will focus on building flexibility in how we respond to them. If this approach resonates with you, please reach out.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
"ACT" is spoken as a single word. It is a scientifically based psychotherapeutic modality that helps us explore how the human mind works. ACT acknowledges that when we are caught in a struggle with psychological problems, we tend to put life on hold believing that our pain needs to lessen before we can really begin to live again. I meet individuals where they are now, and guide them toward bridging the gap between the life they have and the life they want.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- DelawareLicense PC-0011303
- PennsylvaniaLicense PC010860