Lesley is amazing! She always responds in a timely manner and helps me feel seen and heard in my healing journey!
Lesley Schwam, LMFT
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lesley. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Lesley has been wonderful to work with. My first time doing therapy remotely and I love it.
More about Lesley
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
My name is Lesley Schwam, I am from Los Angeles, California. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT since 2015. I began graduate school in 2009 and started earning my counseling hours toward licensure during graduate school. My work experience varies from working with adolescents prior to licensing, to now working with adults 18 years of age and older. My treatment approach is from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy perspective. I believe individuals have the ability to change behaviors daily and I also believe in helping individuals find solutions to help move forward with life goals. I have experience working with Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, as well as Adjustment Disorders and phase of life transitions including finding a new job, a new career, entering retirement, or adjusting to a new role in life. I focus first on self care, coping skills, setting short and long term goals, and learning boundary setting skills, as well as positive communication skills. By setting and reaching goals we learn what we are capable of, and I know each individual person is capable of more than they believe.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lesley Schwam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700207446.
- LMFT · California · 85910 · Expires May 2026
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Lesley Schwam
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Lesley is amazing! She always responds in a timely manner and helps me feel seen and heard in my healing journey!
Lesley has been wonderful to work with. My first time doing therapy remotely and I love it.
She’s amazing
I am very happy to have found someone who listens and understands so well. Lesley is kind, funny, compassionate, and knowledgeable. Her questions are thought provoking and allow me to process, without judgment towards myself, even after our session. I'm hopeful to find some closure to some deep seeded trauma.
Lesley has been instrumental in creating opportunities within myself to look at situations from a different perspective. If you would have bet my 30 year old self that at 62 I would be having a therapy session while sitting in my car eating my lunch I would have lost a bet ! Technology being used as it was meant to be
She’s been wonderful to work with so far.
Lesley is a caring therapist who completely understood what I needed. She kept in touch with me when I needed it the most! I will always be grateful for her support!
At first I was a bit skeptical with joining Better Help, due to previous experiences with reaching out for help. But a friend of mine had joined and suggested I take a shot at it. So I did, I took a giant leap of faith and went for it. The survey I took at the beginning was super easy and quick, and surprisingly, very accurate in pairing me with Lesley. To put it in a few words, she is amazing. It’s been a few months now and I have made immense progress and have turned to Lesley when I need her. I couldn’t be happier with my outcome and recommend Better Help to everyone!
Lesley is amazing. She understands my goals and the help she is providing has done wonders for my mental health. I feel more balanced overall. I am so grateful for her insight and her ability to assist me in my journey to become the best version of myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lesley Schwam offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lesley Schwam 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 Schwam speak?
Lesley Schwam speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lesley Schwam have?
Lesley Schwam has 12 years of experience.
Where is Lesley Schwam licensed to practice?
Lesley Schwam is licensed to practice in California.
Does Lesley Schwam accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lesley Schwam 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 Schwam offer?
Lesley Schwam offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lesley Schwam?
Lesley Schwam 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 Schwam?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.