Leah Petrucci, LMHC
Experienced Florida LMHC for complex life challenges
- Trauma and grief
- Addictions recovery
- Relationships and intimacy
About Leah Petrucci
Leah Petrucci is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with a total of 20 years working in the mental health and social work field and over 7 years of Masters-level counseling experience. She has practiced in a variety of organizational settings, gaining a broad set of clinical skills shaped by both professional roles and personal experience.
Her clinical focus spans depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, adjustment and life transition issues, relationship and codependency concerns, chronic pain and health-related challenges, LGBTQ issues, adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional family work, self-esteem and self-love struggles, and recovery from divorce or breakup—particularly following relationships with narcissistic or addicted partners. She supports clients dealing with grief, addiction recovery after formal treatment, eating and intimacy-related concerns, anger and coping with life changes, and caregiver and compassion fatigue issues.
She does not treat Cluster B personality disorders such as borderline, histrionic, narcissistic, or antisocial personality disorders at this time; however, she will work with families and loved ones to build boundaries and safety around those relationships. Substance use concerns are addressed after completion of a detox or treatment program, with the exception of clients receiving medication assisted therapy such as Suboxone or Methadone, where she has experience supporting ongoing treatment. Leah is knowledgeable about 12-step and mutual support programs and may recommend them as a supplemental network.
Leah integrates several therapeutic approaches rather than relying on a single method, and she incorporates a holistic perspective that considers mind, body, spirit, and relationships. She has completed two years of training in spiritually integrated therapy and is a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider, bringing natural and alternative modalities into treatment when desired. Leah emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and building a strong therapeutic alliance as the foundation for effective work together.
Her clinical focus spans depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, adjustment and life transition issues, relationship and codependency concerns, chronic pain and health-related challenges, LGBTQ issues, adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional family work, self-esteem and self-love struggles, and recovery from divorce or breakup—particularly following relationships with narcissistic or addicted partners. She supports clients dealing with grief, addiction recovery after formal treatment, eating and intimacy-related concerns, anger and coping with life changes, and caregiver and compassion fatigue issues.
She does not treat Cluster B personality disorders such as borderline, histrionic, narcissistic, or antisocial personality disorders at this time; however, she will work with families and loved ones to build boundaries and safety around those relationships. Substance use concerns are addressed after completion of a detox or treatment program, with the exception of clients receiving medication assisted therapy such as Suboxone or Methadone, where she has experience supporting ongoing treatment. Leah is knowledgeable about 12-step and mutual support programs and may recommend them as a supplemental network.
Leah integrates several therapeutic approaches rather than relying on a single method, and she incorporates a holistic perspective that considers mind, body, spirit, and relationships. She has completed two years of training in spiritually integrated therapy and is a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider, bringing natural and alternative modalities into treatment when desired. Leah emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and building a strong therapeutic alliance as the foundation for effective work together.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Leah Petrucci have?
Leah Petrucci has 20 years of experience in the mental health and social work field, including over 7 years of Masters-level counseling experience.
Is Leah Petrucci a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a professional license to provide mental health counseling. Her license details are FL LMHC MH17650.
In which languages does Leah Petrucci provide therapy?
Leah provides therapy in English.
Where is Leah Petrucci located?
Leah is located in Florida.
How can I work with Leah Petrucci as my therapist?
You can work with Leah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Leah Petrucci work with international clients?
Leah Petrucci does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Leah Petrucci 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Attachment and CBT Approaches for Online Care
Leah uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust; this approach can help with abandonment concerns, intimacy issues, and restoring healthier relationship dynamics. She also employs Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on meeting the client where they are and building empathy, acceptance, and collaboration to support personal growth and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Leah works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, preferences, and needs, and she tailors methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy with Leah can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and communication styles. These options offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or health demands and make it easier to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or other convenient locations.