Leo Lyon, LCSW, helps people build stronger self esteem and move forward from setbacks. He focuses on practical steps people can use right away. He works with concerns such as career stress, depression, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Tagalog and take a collaborative tone.
Leo centers his work on finding each person's strengths and resilience. He uses storytelling techniques to help people reframe old patterns and create new life narratives. He also draws on methods that teach emotional regulation and present-moment awareness to reduce overwhelm. Conversations are straightforward and practical, with simple skills to try between sessions.
He trained with a bachelor of arts in psychology from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and a master of social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Leo holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and has three years of clinical experience. He is based in Nevada and notes insurance paneling limits affecting some United Health and Optum policies.
In sessions he pays attention to background factors like attachment and family of origin issues. He also offers focused support for people facing first responder stress, fatherhood questions, immigration-related strain, and career transitions. He works with autism and Asperger Syndrome related concerns in individual therapy contexts.
Clients can expect a calm, direct approach that mixes skill-building with reflective work. He encourages small experiments in daily life to test new ways of relating and coping. The aim is steady progress toward clearer goals and increased self trust.
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Leo commonly uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches that teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills; these methods help when emotions feel intense or relationships feel stuck. He also uses Narrative Therapy techniques that help people rewrite unhelpful life stories and test new ways of seeing themselves. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is part of his work as well, emphasizing values-guided action and mindful awareness to move toward meaningful goals.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, what has helped before, and which methods feel most comfortable. Together they will shape a plan that fits the individual's needs and changes over time.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Many people find remote work helpful for fitting sessions into busy days, reducing travel time, and keeping momentum between meetings. Different formats can make it easier to check in during a lunch break, use fewer data resources, or have a shorter skills practice when needed. A licensed professional can discuss which approach and format will best support your goals.
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesImmigration issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Illinois, Nevada, Idaho
Languages
English, Tagalog
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Leo help with?
He supports people working on self esteem, career difficulties, depression, compassion fatigue, and adjusting to life changes. He also addresses attachment issues, family of origin concerns, and related challenges.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He mixes skills practice with narrative work to help people try new ways of coping between meetings.
What is Leo's background in therapy?
He holds a bachelor of arts in psychology from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and a master of social work from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and has three years of clinical experience.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Nevada and holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, listed as LCSW and IL LCSW.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Tagalog.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.