Hi Lesley, Thanks for your support! Your caring, listening skills are very much appreciated. Vasu
Lesley Schmaltz, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lesley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lesley. View 2 reviews
- Great news, Lesley is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Indiana and Kentucky
Recent reviews
Met with Lesley couple of times till date. I have enjoyed and benefited from the conversations.
More about Lesley
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hi! My name is Lesley Schmaltz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana (licensed also in Kentucky) with 16 years of experience working as a social worker/therapist. I received my Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville in 2005. My experience has included hospice care working with terminally ill patients and their families, school-based psychotherapy working with elementary, middle and high school students, and as a virtual psychotherapist providing treatment for a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD and family and couples therapy. These experiences have given me the opportunity to utilize many different therapeutic modalities including grief counseling, trauma-informed care, Client-Centered and supportive approaches, Cognitive and Dialectical-Behavioral therapies, Behavioral and Behavioral Modification treatment, parenting support, family and couples/marriage therapy and many more.
My priority is to build relationships with clients and partner with them to develop a unique treatment plan that suits each person. My style is warm, inviting and accepting. I am passionate and grateful for my opportunity to get to know people and witness their self-discovery. I look forward to having that experience with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Parenting issues
Self-esteem
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Attachment issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lesley Schmaltz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124188107.
- LCSW · Indiana · 34006026A · Renews April 2028
- LCSW · Kentucky · 3384 · Renews February 2028
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 Lesley Schmaltz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Hi Lesley, Thanks for your support! Your caring, listening skills are very much appreciated. Vasu
Met with Lesley couple of times till date. I have enjoyed and benefited from the conversations.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lesley Schmaltz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lesley Schmaltz 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 Lesley Schmaltz speak?
Lesley Schmaltz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lesley Schmaltz have?
Lesley Schmaltz has 16 years of experience.
Where is Lesley Schmaltz licensed to practice?
Lesley Schmaltz is licensed to practice in Indiana and Kentucky.
Does Lesley Schmaltz accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Lesley Schmaltz accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Lesley Schmaltz accept insurance?
Yes, Lesley Schmaltz accepts Cigna.
Does Lesley Schmaltz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lesley Schmaltz 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 Lesley Schmaltz offer?
Lesley Schmaltz offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lesley Schmaltz?
Lesley Schmaltz 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 Lesley Schmaltz?
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