- Addictions work
- Parenting support
- Blended family issues
About Leaf
Leaf Coleman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with ten years of practice. He works with adults on addictions, intimacy issues, parenting concerns, career shifts, and coping with major life changes. He also focuses on blended family issues, divorce and separation, and related relationship stresses.
Leaf uses straightforward conversation to identify what’s causing strain. Sessions include practical problem solving and steps that can be tried between meetings. He encourages clear goals and reviews progress as work continues.
His approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address compulsive behaviors, social anxiety, panic, and process addictions. He helps people look at patterns around infidelity, jealousy, and sexual behaviors, and develops behavioral strategies to reduce harm and restore daily functioning.
When parenting and blended household tensions come up, he helps individuals sort priorities, set boundaries, and manage conflicts with ex-partners or co-parents. He offers tools for stepparent roles, navigating loyalty conflicts, and merging routines without taking sides.
Leaf describes therapy as a collaborative effort. He asks questions, listens to what’s working, and adjusts methods to fit the person’s circumstances. Sessions use clear, plain language and focus on steps a person can try between meetings.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Leaf draws on evidence-based techniques to guide sessions. One common approach involves behavioral strategies that break down problematic habits into steps, helping with addictions, compulsions, and process behaviors. These methods focus on small, measurable changes and relapse prevention steps.Another frequent element is skills-based work for anxiety and panic. That includes breathing and grounding practices, exposure-based pacing when appropriate, and rehearsal of coping responses to reduce avoidance. This kind of work helps with social anxiety, panic attacks, and related fears.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will discuss what feels most relevant, try methods, and adjust based on your goals and progress. The plan is shaped by the person’s needs rather than a one-size solution.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allowing shorter check-ins, daytime scheduling, or sessions without travel. Licensed professionals often use these conveniences to keep work consistent with everyday routines rather than requiring long commutes.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He supports adults with addictions, intimacy issues, parenting problems, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include blended family issues, separation, and related relationship problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach with clear goals and step-by-step strategies. Conversations focus on concrete changes to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of concerns including addictions and intimacy-related issues.
What credential and location apply to his practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.