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Leonard Hargrave

Therapist · Texas

Direct, faith-informed therapy for relationship strain

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Leonard Hargrave
Credentials
LMFT
License
LMFT, Texas · 2802
NPI
1689978405
Experience
34 years
Languages
English
Location
Texas
  • Practical guidance
  • Faith-informed approach
  • Long-term experience

About Leonard

Leonard Hargrave is an LMFT who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship struggles. He writes plainly and directly with decades of experience in counseling. People often contact him about depression, family concerns, and codependency.

He brings a long career in therapy and work grounded in faith. Leonard describes his practice as shaped by a Christian perspective while addressing addiction, relationship dynamics, and sexual concerns. He also notes a personal history of long-term recovery from substance use that informs his outlook.

In sessions he focuses on practical conversation and problem-solving. He works with people on communication, commitment questions, and attachment or abandonment worries. He also supports those dealing with blended family issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness, body image, and cancer-related concerns.

Leonard emphasizes clear, direct guidance and draws on methods described as evidence-based therapeutic techniques. He aims to help clients build skills for coping and for healthier relationship patterns. Expect straightforward discussion about patterns, goals, and next steps.

With more than three decades as a licensed marriage and family therapist in Texas, Leonard combines clinical experience with personal recovery experience. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and can use the site process to begin matching and scheduling.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Leonard describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and measurable change. One common approach emphasizes skill-building for better communication and relationship patterns, helping people notice interaction cycles and try new ways of relating. Another approach addresses coping skills for anxiety, stress, and depression through practical strategies that reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to test what helps most, adjusting techniques to match goals, values, and personal preferences. This makes therapy a shared effort rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as scheduling during a lunch break or avoiding travel time. It also allows for options like shorter check-ins when needed or choosing audio-only if bandwidth or comfort is a concern. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available online or in-person options before scheduling to ensure they meet your needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

34+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Leonard commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and self-esteem challenges. Codependency and issues like attachment, abandonment, and communication problems are also noted focus areas.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

He uses straightforward conversation and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Sessions tend to focus on practical skills, clearer communication, and setting goals for change.

How much experience does he have?

He has 34 years of professional experience as a clinician and describes a long personal recovery history that influences his perspective.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in Texas.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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