Lea McIntyre
Hello there, I wanted to introduce myself to you and provide you a little background regarding my professional experience. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor, EAP Counselor and have served as a Military & Family Life Counselor on many military bases in Texas for many years.
I am a very thorough Clinician/LPC, honest and professionally direct which in turn will help you help yourself pre- and post- the therapeutic relationship.
I possess extensive clinical, behavioral health and crisis response experience, industrial/organizational psychology experience, leadership skills, management experience, real estate experience, sales experience, professional business experience in addition to my extensive academic background. I hold a B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Counseling and extensive experience in Industrial & Organizational Psychology. I believe that I possess the skill set both clinical and academic that would make a wonderful asset to your Outpatient Provider Team! Thank you for your time and review of my profile and I hope to meet with you soon. All the best and success to you on your therapeutic journey!
First session
I strive to empower my clients/patients holistically [emotionally/mentally, physically, spiritually speaking]. I am a very thorough Clinician/LPC, honest and professionally direct which in turn will help you help yourself pre- and post- the therapeutic relationship. I come to you with a wide array of extensive experience working in all areas of mental/behavioral health field and in several physical environments (clinical and medical) as well.
Strengths
I strive to empower my clients/patients holistically [emotionally/mentally, physically, spiritually speaking]. I am a very thorough Clinician/LPC, honest and professionally direct which in turn will help you help yourself pre- and post- the therapeutic relationship. I come to you with a wide array of extensive experience working in all areas of mental/behavioral health field and in several physical environments (clinical and medical) as well.
Ideal clients
Adolescents 12yo and up.; Young Adults; Adults; Golden Years Population
Treatment methods
Christian Counseling
My clinical and therapeutic approach for sessions will be modified case-by-case. Generally speaking, I utilize principle-driven, protocol-driven, utilizing Rogerian Theory, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and active listening. I will convey empathy and positive regard to assist with establishing, building and hopefully maintaining a healthy therapeutic rapport with my client/patient during the initial session and sessions thereafter. I will strategically assist my clients/patients with establishing healthy and productive coping skills regarding dealing with MH/BH and/or medical DX, managing emotions and establishing healthy coping skills during our sessions as needed.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My clinical and therapeutic approach for sessions will be modified case-by-case. Generally speaking, I utilize principle-driven, protocol-driven, utilizing Rogerian Theory, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and active listening. I will convey empathy and positive regard to assist with establishing, building and hopefully maintaining a healthy therapeutic rapport with my client/patient during the initial session and sessions thereafter. I will strategically assist my clients/patients with establishing healthy and productive coping skills regarding dealing with MH/BH and/or medical DX, managing emotions and establishing healthy coping skills during our sessions as needed.
Motivational Interviewing
My clinical and therapeutic approach for sessions will be modified case-by-case. Generally speaking, I utilize principle-driven, protocol-driven, utilizing Rogerian Theory, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and active listening. I will convey empathy and positive regard to assist with establishing, building and hopefully maintaining a healthy therapeutic rapport with my client/patient during the initial session and sessions thereafter. I will strategically assist my clients/patients with establishing healthy and productive coping skills regarding dealing with MH/BH and/or medical DX, managing emotions and establishing healthy coping skills during our sessions as needed.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
My clinical and therapeutic approach for sessions will be modified case-by-case. Generally speaking, I utilize principle-driven, protocol-driven, utilizing Rogerian Theory, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and active listening. I will convey empathy and positive regard to assist with establishing, building and hopefully maintaining a healthy therapeutic rapport with my client/patient during the initial session and sessions thereafter. I will strategically assist my clients/patients with establishing healthy and productive coping skills regarding dealing with MH/BH and/or medical DX, managing emotions and establishing healthy coping skills during our sessions as needed.
Grief Therapy
My clinical and therapeutic approach for sessions will be modified case-by-case. Generally speaking, I utilize principle-driven, protocol-driven, utilizing Rogerian Theory, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and active listening. I will convey empathy and positive regard to assist with establishing, building and hopefully maintaining a healthy therapeutic rapport with my client/patient during the initial session and sessions thereafter. I will strategically assist my clients/patients with establishing healthy and productive coping skills regarding dealing with MH/BH and/or medical DX, managing emotions and establishing healthy coping skills during our sessions as needed.
Location
Virtual sessions