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Leora Mirkin, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW for LGBTQIA+ and relationships
  • LGBTQIA+ and poly-affirming
  • CBT and mindfulness approaches
  • Messaging and Live Chat

About Leora Mirkin

Leora Mirkin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Wisconsin who is dedicated to supporting people as they pursue greater well-being and more satisfying lives. She approaches therapy with a belief that everyone deserves to live authentically, and she helps clients find the courage and tools to do so.

Leora specializes in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ and poly communities and identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ community herself. That lived experience informs a nonjudgmental approach that aims to make seeking help feel less intimidating for people whose identities differ from societal norms. Many clients describe sessions with her as relaxed and not overly clinical, while still being extremely effective.

Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive symptoms and intrusive thoughts, gender dysphoria, low self-esteem, body image concerns, trauma and PTSD, and difficulties with relationship boundaries. She primarily uses well-researched Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based approaches to help clients develop practical skills and new perspectives.

Leora values openness about mental health and views seeking help as an important, courageous step that benefits both the individual and the people who care about them. She responds to messages at least once per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. She is currently offering messaging and Live Chat; if a person prefers video or phone sessions, they should select a different therapist.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuseEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesJealousyMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Leora Mirkin have?

Leora Mirkin has 9 years of experience.

Is Leora Mirkin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: WI LCSW 9264-123.

In which languages does Leora Mirkin provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Leora Mirkin located?

She is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Leora Mirkin as my therapist?

You can work with Leora Mirkin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Leora Mirkin work with international clients?

Leora Mirkin does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Leora Mirkin cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Work For You?

Many people wonder whether remote mental health care can make a real difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to keep up with regular care.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and if a particular therapist does not feel like the right fit, it is possible to switch to another therapist at any time.

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