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Leslie Sakow, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Leslie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.8 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Leslie. View 35 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Leslie is so calming and supportive. I love working with her

Leslie is remarkable. I tried therapy on and off for years and never felt seen or heard. Leslie has a gift, and I look forward to our weekly sessions, where I come away with at least one “aha moment” or small but meaningful breakthrough. She has empowered me over the past year to work on myself and embrace the healing that I never felt I deserved before. She helped me see how showing up for myself can make me a version of myself I can be proud of: a better parent, partner, friend, artist. I am so grateful to Leslie for always listening and guiding me to the tools I never had before. It has literally changed my life.

More about Leslie

  • 21 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW



As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker,

I provide tele-mental health therapy to Georgia residents.

Through the combined processes of

Expressive Arts

and Mental Health Action Planning,

elements of Positive Psychology, Supportive Counseling,

Mindful Cognitive Therapies are individually

and specifically tailored to individual needs and goals.

Taking steps to improve your emotional and mental health and wellness takes time and courage;

I am here to accept, support you and guide you through this life changing process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Grief Self esteem Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Emptiness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Mood disorders

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy

Licenses

Leslie Sakow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558576579.

  • LCSW · Georgia · CSW003580 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Leslie Sakow

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.8

35 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Helpful Listens Amazing Helped Understanding Grateful Professional Safe

Leslie is so calming and supportive. I love working with her

Leslie is remarkable. I tried therapy on and off for years and never felt seen or heard. Leslie has a gift, and I look forward to our weekly sessions, where I come away with at least one “aha moment” or small but meaningful breakthrough. She has empowered me over the past year to work on myself and embrace the healing that I never felt I deserved before. She helped me see how showing up for myself can make me a version of myself I can be proud of: a better parent, partner, friend, artist. I am so grateful to Leslie for always listening and guiding me to the tools I never had before. It has literally changed my life.

Leslie is extremely professional and very personable. She's helped identify triggers that I didn't realize and provided the tools and techniques to work through those triggers. With her guidance and help, I've significantly reduced the stressors and anxiety triggers in my life and improved my overall quality of life.

Awesome!

Helpful, responsive therapist. Learning much to improve myself

Leslie is an amazing therapist, who has just the right approach for me as a client. I appreciate her patience, expertise, and thoughtfulness, and highly recommend her for anyone who really wants to make sure s/he, as a client, is being valued, heard, and helped!

Leslie is the first therapist I've ever had that I feel truly understood and heard by. She listens and responds with excellent takeaways and advise on how to handle things, thoughts, and situations. So grateful for her and her expertise and excited to have her in my corner. <3

Leslie Sakow is an extraordinary therapist who has been pivotal in my healing journey. Her guidance is not only empathetic but also grounded in practical, effective solutions that are tailored to my specific needs. She goes beyond just listening—Leslie provides tangible resources and actionable strategies that optimize mental health, emotional wellbeing, and even spiritual comfort. Her ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space has allowed me to explore and address challenges I had previously felt stuck in. Leslie’s deep understanding and thoughtful advice inspire confidence and clarity, making every session meaningful and impactful. I always leave feeling more equipped to navigate life’s complexities and more hopeful about my growth. I wholeheartedly recommend Leslie Sakow to anyone seeking a therapist who combines compassion with effectiveness, helping clients achieve real, lasting progress in their mental health and overall well-being.

Professional, personable, and understanding.

Easy to connect with, Leslie is a wonderful therapist! She listens closely to understand and validate the client, utilizing assistive tools to deepen or further the therapeutic journey. As a repeat client, I highly recommend Leslie Sakow as a therapist.

I adore Leslie! I was nervous about trying therapy and my concerns disappeared within minutes of meeting Leslie. She does an amazing job building a safe space, listens, asks great questions, and is such a helpful guide. Her resources are also extremely helpful and a great fit for the topics we discuss and tackle. Her insights and expertise have made a tremendous impact and it's only been a few weeks!

She is a great therapist. She listens without judgement and gives me super helpful techniques to practice when I’m having a difficult time.

I literally look forward to my session weekly to keep my "off the ledge" and functioning at my best at work!

In the short time I have talked with Leslie, I have already learned wuite a bit about myself, my actions and my reactions. She is attentive, has great information, and keeps me on my goal path while pushing me forward. I enjoy talking with her very much!

She's great

Leslie Sakow, thank you! Even after just one session, she helped me completely change my state of mind and way of thinking. I feel like a whole different person, a better person. Thankyou Leslie for helping me see the positive in the small things and to learn to fall in love with myself again.

I cannot recommend Leslie enough. She has been incredibly helpful in addressing my anxiety and ADHD. She is very understanding and supportive, and has provided me with effective coping mechanisms and strategies to manage my symptoms. I feel like I have made significant progress in my mental health thanks to her guidance and expertise. I am grateful to have found such a skilled and compassionate therapist.

Leslie does a great job breaking things down and offering at-home exercises to allow further work after sessions. I’d strongly recommend her to anyone.

Leslie is awesome! Really listens and offers resources in between appointments.

Reviewed February 2024

Leslie is very kind and compassionate and really listens to your feelings and your thoughts. She never interjects always searching for a solution.

Reviewed August 2023

Leslie is pleasant, professional, and compassionate. She puts me at ease and offers me different ways of seeing things I'd not thought of before. She's been very helpful.

Reviewed August 2023

Best therapist ever!

Reviewed May 2023

Leslie is a responsive, caring, and thoughtful therapist that always provides a new way to look at a situation. She has helped me realize blind spots and triggers in my mood management and has given me new ways to handle challenging situations. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed April 2023

Leslie Sakow, LCSW, is a highly skilled, trustworthy, professional. Her unique way of utilizing both EQ and IQ in our therapeutic sessions positively impacts my mental and emotional health. This also means that my physical health is improving because I am taking better care of myself, overall. I highly recommend Leslie Sakow, LCSW, as a therapeutic partner.

Reviewed April 2023

Lesile is amazing! She provides a safe space to process things & challenges me to see my blind spots. I’m grateful for her support.

Reviewed April 2023

I was very apprehensive to start therapy, but it has been a positive experience so far. Leslie asks difficult questions at times, but she is very respectful and encouraging. She has also provided helpful resources to use between our sessions.

Reviewed March 2023

Wonderful and understanding

Reviewed March 2023

Leslie has been a great listener and thoughtful advisor -- she's provided me with useful information (especially links and forms that promote my understanding and progress). I look forward to speaking with Leslie weekly, as she's a great "sounding board" for my work stresses, and provides me practical actions to help me with my coping strategy and boost my skills. She reminds me to practice self-care and be mindful of my reactions to stress and conflict. She has provided me with excellent care throughout our journey. I highly recommend her to others struggling with reactionary eating and stress management.

Reviewed January 2023

Absolutely amazing! Responsive, respectful, fun, and insightful. I look forward to our sessions every week. Couldn't ask for more :)

Reviewed January 2023

Leslie has been a great help on getting me back on track to feeling like myself again. She is kind, gentle and supportive. I genuinely feel like she cares about my wellbeing.

Reviewed January 2023

Leslie is an amazing therapist. She makes it feel easy for me to open up to her and I also never feel judged. A therapy session with her is a safe space and I always feel so much later and more positive at the end of our videochat. You can tell she really cares at what she does. I would 100% recommend her.

Reviewed November 2022

Leslie is kind, caring, and supportive. She really hears me and listens. She identifies what my triggers are and how to cope. She gives informational sheets on specific issues you may be dealing with such as grief and self care to assist you when you need it. She is also flexible with scheduling appointments when you literally are in a life changing crisis. I appreciate Leslie and I would not want any other therapist during this time.

Reviewed November 2022

Excellent advice and communication

Reviewed November 2022

Confident trustworthy helpful

Reviewed September 2022

I'm getting to know Leslie and while her style is somewhat different than previous therapists I have had I am working on implementing her suggestions. I have been pleased thus far.

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Leslie Sakow offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Leslie Sakow works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Leslie Sakow speak?

Leslie Sakow speaks English.

How many years of experience does Leslie Sakow have?

Leslie Sakow has 21 years of experience.

Where is Leslie Sakow licensed to practice?

Leslie Sakow is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Leslie Sakow accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Leslie Sakow does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Leslie Sakow offer?

Leslie Sakow offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Leslie Sakow?

Leslie Sakow can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Leslie Sakow?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.