A Little More About Leslie
Telehealth Clinician
Leslie Rowe is a licensed Certified Social Worker. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at Brigham Young University, and her Master’s Degree in Social Work at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio Texas. Leslie brings experience from the Division of Family Services in Salt Lake City and as the Clinical Director for the Women and Children in Crisis in Provo Utah. Leslie has 32 years of combined post graduate employment and lived experience. Leslie married her husband in 1988 and together they raised 4 children. Her life philosophy can be summed up by author/teacher Michael Singer in the “Untethered Soul”, “What actually gives life meaning is the willingness to live it.”
Important Topics
As part of our effort to help connect you with a clinician that would best serve you, here are this clinicians opinion and perspective on the following important topics.
Therapeutic Journey
When I first began my journey into clinical social work in 1990, I was driven by a desire to make a difference in people’s lives. I choose to embrace an evidence and strengths-based approach that prioritizes the inherent value and potential of every individual.
I believe challenges are opportunities for growth. We develop coping strategies that are rooted in our values and experiences. This approach has also been a source of personal growth. Therapy includes providing solutions and also fostering an environment where clients can explore and discover their own paths forward.
It’s easy to become discouraged by some of the issues we face, but a strengths-based approach reminds us that change is always possible. Every small step we take towards our goals is evidence of courage, resilience and potential.
I am inspired daily by the capacity for change and healing that exists within each person.
Opinion on Medications
I believe that medication use should be tailored to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. Best practice involves carefully weighing benefits, risks and side effects. After those aspects are considered, I see the use of medication as one part of a comprehensive treatment plan including therapy and self-care strategies.
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Politics | Religion Opinions
Politics and religion can be deeply held beliefs which elicit strong emotions. In therapy, I respect every individual's perspective and will accept the invitation to explore politics and religion as they pertain to mental health and emotional well-being.