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Leigha Ward

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Hartselle, United States

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Dr. Leigha Ward is a Licensed Psychologist and sex therapist in Austin, Texas. She works primarily with adult and adolescent clients who would like to feel empowered to improve their mental health and relationships. In addition to general mental health care for presentations such as anxiety and depression, Dr. Ward specializes in sex therapy and reproductive psychology, assisting clients presenting with challenges in their sex lives, relationships, and pregnancy- or fertility-related concerns. In addition to her psychological training, Dr. Ward practiced as a labor and delivery nurse for 20 years, providing her with unique medical knowledge and insight into birth complications and trauma.Dr. Ward is trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, which assists clients in identifying the origins of emotional challenges and processing these challenges with empathic insight through a new lens. In session, Dr. Ward focuses on helping clients to utilize self-compassion as they navigate difficulties with their mental health and relationship concerns, empowering them to find strength and healing in learning about their desires for their own lives, work, and relationships. This approach supports clients to believe in their ability to accept their limitations and thrive using their unique gifts and strengths.Dr. Ward utilizes humor and storytelling to help clients to feel comfortable and "normal." Clients will find that they can absolutely navigate their lives with newfound strength, hope and acceptance. Dr. Ward strives to provide a relaxed atmosphere of collaboration and a therapeutic relationship that allows clients to feel comfortable and safe.Dr. Ward received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Argosy University - San Francisco Bay Area Campus, and she received predoctoral training in community mental health and postdoctoral experience in the private practice setting. Her nursing and therapy backgrounds combine to provide a unique therapy experience for her clients.

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