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Leesa Burriss

Leesa Burriss

LMFT
Sandy,UT

Summary

Hardworking therapy practitioner driven to improve patient lives with high-quality and caring support. Excellent planning and problem-solving skills paired with methodical and thorough approach. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Practice Therapist/Owner

Rooted Connection Therapy, PLLC
Sandy, UT
02.2022 - Current
  • Created private practice to bring healing and hope to adult patients struggling with complex PTSD, anxiety, and attachment disorders.
  • Effectively maintained caseload of 20 sessions per week using Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Gottman Therapy, and Lifespan Integration.
  • Introduced meditation, guided imagery, and breathing techniques to patients and families.
  • Counseled up to 25 patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD and anxiety.

Marriage and Family Therapist

Simple Modern Therapy
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Interviewed Adult Individuals and Couples and developed treatment plans.
  • Rendered mental health and counseling services to Adult Individuals and Couples, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
  • Addressed clients' family relationship concerns through development of individualized therapy plans.
  • Assisted individuals and family members with implementing techniques and strategies for resolving their problems.
  • Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
  • Specialized in LGBTQIA+ Couples and Families.
  • Maintained caseload of 20 to 25 clients per week

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Northcentral University
San Diego, CA
09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2015

Skills

  • Patient Records
  • Cultural Competency
  • Individual Therapy/Couples Therapy
  • Health Records Management
  • Therapeutic Assessment
  • Lifespan Integration Trained Level 1, 2, 3, 4
  • Gottman Therapy Trained Level 1 and 2
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship

Timeline

Private Practice Therapist/Owner

Rooted Connection Therapy, PLLC
02.2022 - Current

Marriage and Family Therapist

Simple Modern Therapy
08.2018 - 01.2022

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Northcentral University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Utah
Leesa BurrissLMFT