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Leah Walter(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
MissouriTexas
Burnout- Stress management-Perfectionism- Life transitions-Identity development- Relationship issues-

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Professional statement

Leah Walter works with high-achieving, first-generation professional women navigating burnout, relational strain, and the quiet tension that comes when achievement begins to feel like identity. Many of her clients have built successful careers or businesses, yet find themselves exhausted, disconnected, or questioning whether the life they have built truly fits who they are.

Leah provides a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself beneath expectations and pressure. Therapy with her is grounded, thoughtful, and direct. The professional, capable part of you can rest here, and the uncertain, frustrated, ambitious, or grieving parts can take up space. Dark humor and honest conversation are welcome.

Her approach blends solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and mind-body awareness to help clients notice patterns driving burnout and perfectionism, clarify values, and build a life where ambition and well-being coexist. She supports clients in navigating identity beyond work, managing anxiety and internal pressure, and reconnecting with themselves and their relationships.

Leah is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC S) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT S) in Texas, and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri. She provides private-pay virtual therapy for clients in Texas and Missouri.


Message to clients

You may look successful on the outside but feel exhausted, disconnected, or unsure if the life you have built truly fits who you are. Therapy with me is a space to slow down and explore what is driving that tension, without pressure to perform or appear polished.

I work with high-achieving, first-generation professional women navigating burnout, identity shifts, and relational strain. Together, we will examine the patterns that helped you succeed but may now contribute to stress or disconnection. We will also make space for the parts of you that do not fit neatly into the “high-functioning” version others see.

My approach is collaborative, grounded, and practical. I blend solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and mind-body awareness to support your whole self emotionally, mentally, and physically. You will gain insight into your stress patterns, clarity about what matters, and tools to build a life where ambition and well-being can coexist.

If this resonates, don't hesitate to reach out.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years

Counseling with Leah, PLLC, Owner, CEO, 2020 - Present
Lyra Health, EAP Counselor, 2021 - 2023
Starry, Counselor II, 2019 - 2021
TCSA, Assessor, Group Facilitator, 2019 - 2021

Texas State Board of Professional Counseling, Clinical Supervisor, 2025
Texas State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, 2024
ISSA, Certified Personal Trainer, 2023
ISSA, Nutritionist, 2023
ISSA, Strength and Conditioning Coach, 2023
ISSA, Online Coach, 2023
ISSA, Elite Trainer, 2023
Texas State University, MA in Professional Counseling, emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, 2018

Licensure

Texas: 81386 - Missouri: 2025012360

Languages

English

Specialties

Burnout - Managing and recovering from stressors that lead to feelings of decreased motivation and disconnection from the self; practicing effective self-care and finding ways to relax both physically and mentally

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Perfectionism - Coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, self-criticism, and procrastination; addressing unrealistic expectations of one’s self and negatively comparing self to others

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Identity development - Understanding, accepting, and strengthening one’s sense of self through the exploration of family, work, and personal values; addressing issues such as, race, class, gender, and sexual orientation, in the context of self experience

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Leah Walter is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (50min)
  • Intensive (Custom or Burnout Recovery):$575 (170min)
  • Intensive (Custom/Burnout 2 3-hr blocks):$900 (340min)
  • Clinical Supervision (MFT-A, TX):$400 (200min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I don’t bill insurance directly so we can focus on your goals, not a diagnosis or session cap. You can use an FSA or HSA card for payment, and I’m happy to provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.


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