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Lesley Poblete-Creech, LCSW
Missouri
LCSW - Anxiety and life transitions
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- DBT skills
- Mindfulness exercises
About Lesley
Lesley Poblete-Creech is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri with 12 years of clinical experience. She has worked in direct practice with transitional-age youth starting at 16 and with adults 18 and older. Lesley commonly helps people manage stress and anxiety, navigate career and relationship concerns, and cope with major life changes.
She uses practical, skills-based work in sessions. Lesley draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, mindfulness practices, and client-centered methods. She also integrates breathing and basic yoga-based exercises as tools to practice noticing thoughts and grounding the body.
Lesley has experience running DBT skills groups for young adults and adults, and she has led DBT-focused groups designed for families and couples. She completed a 200-hour yoga teacher program in 2016 and sometimes offers simple movement and breath practices within therapy appointments to support mindfulness and stress regulation.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, trying alternative responses, and building manageable daily skills. Lesley aims to help people develop routines and coping strategies that fit their lives.
Outside work she is a first-time dog owner and mentions how that experience influences her interest in intentional living and present-moment practice. Lesley works as a clinician while also maintaining another full-time job, so available appointment times can vary.
How Lesley uses structured approaches in online work
Lesley commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking and behavior, break those patterns into manageable steps, and practice different responses to stressful situations. CBT tends to focus on clear, short-term skill building that addresses anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and everyday worries.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which emphasizes noticing thoughts and values-based action. ACT can help when people want to make life changes while accepting uncomfortable feelings. Lesley uses DBT skills for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness, teaching concrete techniques for handling intense emotions and improving communication.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. Lesley works with each person to choose approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences and adjusts methods over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Practical benefits commonly sought in online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule, making it easier to attend evening or weekend appointments, and using short check-ins when time is limited. Some formats can reduce the need to be on camera or lower required bandwidth, while others allow longer, in-depth meetings and the use of guided mindfulness or movement practices during the appointment. Ask about available options when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, and parenting-related issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her work is practical and skills-focused, using CBT, ACT, DBT skills, and mindfulness to notice thoughts and try new responses.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working as a direct practice social worker with transitional-age youth and adults.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Missouri and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what is the cost model?
Session cost varies by location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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