Bend Don’t Break Counseling
“Because challenges won’t defeat me”
WELCOME to Bend Don’t Break Counseling. I am Edwina Leonard, LPC-A and I serve families in South Carolina. My goal is to help you gain confidence in your ability to navigate life challenges. The struggle of one family member most often causes a ripple effect, so whether you are a child/teen, parent or co-parent or come as a family, you will learn new skills and gain a different perspective. Bend Don’t Break Counseling is a telehealth practice that maintains confidentiality without judgment. We as a team will address your unique issues and tailor an approach to your specific goals and needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
$100 Initial Intake (60 minutes)
$75 Weekly Sessions (45 minutes)
Individual therapy is where we will engage one to one to address your unique challenges. Together we will process stressors and develop the best strategies that work for you.
Adolescent therapy is designed to be “the space” to process feelings, thoughts and emotions for clients 13 - 18 years. We will identify patterns of strength and resiliency to overcome developmental, cultural, family and peer concerns.
Parent/Co-parent Therapy
$125 Initial Intake (75 minutes)
$100 Weekly Sessions ( 60 minutes)
In Parent (Co-parent) therapy we will collectively learn how to reduce conflict, improve communication, reduce stress and establish boundaries. You will learn how to implement helpful parenting strategies according to your vision of your family and in the best interest of the child.
Family Therapy
$125 Initial Intake (75 minutes)
$100 Weekly Sessions (60 minutes)
Family therapy is a safe haven and non judgmental space to address unhealthy family dynamics. We will explore and address unresolved issues and promote improved healing and communication towards healthy relationships with a foundation of love and respect.
Meet your therapist
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) in the state of South Carolina and a Certified School Counselor (Fl and GA). I earned a Bachelors Degree from Kennesaw State University and a Masters/Post Masters Degree from Capella University in School Counseling and Mental Health Counseling. In the past 18 years, I have worked in the US and abroad in areas to include non profit, community and school based and clinical settings. What I have learned from working with children and families whether of disadvantage or affluence is that no matter who we are or where we live, we as a people, experience challenges, face adversities and suffer with emotional turmoil from time to time or throughout our lives. As a mom and step mom of 9 children and as a part of a blended family, my areas of interest include working with children 13 and older, traditional/non traditional families and parents(co-parents).
I absolutely love being the safe space for my clients. It has always been a privilege and an honor to help in the growth process of embracing ones past, making sense of the present and reinventing a brighter future. Therapy is hard work and no one theoretical intervention is for everyone, so when meeting you where your are, I bring an eclectic but highly personalized approach to psychotherapy. A place where you will feel heard. Be seen. Bend But Don’t Break.
License# 9118
Mission
The mission of Bend Don’t Break Counseling is to be the safe landing zone for adolescents and families navigating challenging experiences. Through intervention , empathy and compassion we will unclutter baggage and develop tools for a secure sense of self and the building of healthy relationships.
Vision
The vision of Bend Don’t Break Counseling is to strengthen Mental Health resilience and promote empowerment as adolescents and families overcome obstacles.
Values
-To provide Quality and Inclusive services with diverse individuals and families
-To respect and support all clients in words and actions
-To support autonomy and respect the clients right to act in their own best interest or on behalf of others they represent
-To honor, respect and advocate for the elimination and misunderstanding of personal experiences
Contact me today to schedule a free 15 minute Consultation
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“When you Bend, you’re willing to get uncomfortable and do whatever it takes and make the decision that this challenge will not defeat you.”