Laurie Ann Lee-Zidek

Taking that first step into therapy is courageous. Whether you're overwhelmed, navigating relationship stress, caught in anxiety, or searching for clarity—you don't have to go it alone. Life can feel like unpredictable waves or walking a desert with no map. My approach Healing isn't one-size-fits-all. Whether dealing with anxiety, loss, relationships, addiction, or feeling overwhelmed, therapy with me creates a safe space to breathe, be real, and heal. I use CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy—examining how thoughts and patterns get in the way, focusing on what works. My focus I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and substance use. Maybe your mind races at night, sadness won't lift, or you rely on substances to feel okay. You're not broken. Therapy can help you explore new coping ways to feel more in control, connected, and like yourself. My communication style I keep things simple and real in therapy. I don't use clinical jargon—I talk to you like a human being. My goal is to make you feel safe, seen, and understood. Clients say they can exhale in our sessions—they don't have to explain everything perfectly. My tone is calm, warm, and steady. You can expect honest care. My journey to mental healthcare I started working in the community—with youth, adults, and families from all walks of life. I sat with people in their hardest moments, listened to stories without happy endings, and saw the strength it takes to keep going when life gets heavy. What drew me in was people—seeing how powerful it is to have someone in your corner. My goals for you I see therapy as a journey we take together. We'll talk about where you are, what matters, and what you'd like life to feel like. We'll set clear, meaningful goals—realistic, specific, and shaped around your needs. Your goals are the compass. Therapy isn't about pushing faster than you're ready—it's about moving together, at your pace. My first session with you Our first session is just a conversation—no pressure, no rush. It's time to get to know each other and see if we're a good fit. I know it can feel strange to share the hardest parts of your life with someone new. That's why I don't expect you to dive in all at once. We move at your pace. I hope you leave feeling seen and hopeful.