Deidre McLeod , LPC, LCMHC
Trauma-informed therapist for holistic healing
- Trauma informed care
- CBT and DBT skills
- Relationship and family work
About Deidre McLeod
Deidre McLeod is a licensed therapist practicing in Florida with 15 years of clinical experience. She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and brings a trauma-informed perspective to work with people navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, ADHD, grief, and recovery from abuse or sexual assault.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, trauma, intimacy and family issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment dynamics, adoption and foster care matters, body image, caregiving stress, codependency, communication and commitment difficulties, dissociation, and blended family or divorce-related challenges.
Her therapeutic style is described as warm and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior strategies with client-centered, emotionally focused, and Jungian perspectives, tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. Sessions consider the whole person - physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions - to support healing and resilience.
Seeking change can take courage, and Deidre values collaborative work that empowers people to move toward greater wellbeing and more satisfying relationships.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, trauma, intimacy and family issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment dynamics, adoption and foster care matters, body image, caregiving stress, codependency, communication and commitment difficulties, dissociation, and blended family or divorce-related challenges.
Her therapeutic style is described as warm and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior strategies with client-centered, emotionally focused, and Jungian perspectives, tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. Sessions consider the whole person - physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions - to support healing and resilience.
Seeking change can take courage, and Deidre values collaborative work that empowers people to move toward greater wellbeing and more satisfying relationships.
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 clinical experience.
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.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Deidre McLeod draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, person-focused environment where clients lead the pace and topics of change; this approach helps people who need validation, stronger self-understanding, and a compassionate space to explore concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for people coping with intense emotions or relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Licensed professionals, including therapists, typically work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and Deidre tailors interventions accordingly to support meaningful progress.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to receive care from home, work, or other settings. These options can help accommodate busy lives, mobility limits, or geographic constraints while maintaining continuity of care and access to therapeutic support.