- Anxiety and depression
- Addiction and recovery
- Coping with transitions
About LeeAnn
LeeAnn Van Vreede is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, addiction, grief, and life transitions including young adulthood and midlife changes.
LeeAnn uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She listens to what is happening now, then helps clients name priorities and set small goals. Sessions often focus on managing strong emotions, improving coping skills, and addressing family-of-origin issues that affect current relationships.
Her work draws on client-centered methods to follow the client's concerns, cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused approaches are used to clarify values and find short-term, achievable steps forward.
LeeAnn has particular experience supporting people with addiction and co-occurring mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and seasonal affective disorder. She also works with clients dealing with caregiver stress, codependency, workplace strain, and issues tied to identity and LGBT concerns.
In sessions, she helps clients develop concrete tools for daily life: managing panic, organizing treatment goals, improving communication, and planning for career or school transitions. The focus is on clear strategies clients can try between meetings and then review together.
To begin, clients select an online therapy option, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and the service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy starts from the client’s own concerns and priorities, with the therapist listening and reflecting so goals become clearer. This helps when someone is sorting out identity, relationships, or career choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavior changes; it works well for anxiety, depression, and managing mood swings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches moment-to-moment awareness and basic practices to reduce reactivity and calm the nervous system.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods fit the situation, goals, and personal preferences. That collaborative process can mean trying a CBT skill for a few weeks, adding mindfulness exercises, or shifting to solution-focused steps to tackle a specific problem like workplace stress or study burnout.
Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session choices before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use audio-only time if video feels like too much, or a longer video session when deeper conversation is needed. The practical aim is to make therapy fit everyday life and goals rather than create extra hurdles.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, grief, and life transitions including young adulthood and midlife changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and focused. She blends client-centered listening with skills-based work from CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience as a clinician supporting a wide range of concerns, including mood disorders and addiction.
What credential and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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