Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland

Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland welcomes people who are struggling with anger, stress, anxiety, relationship strain, or life changes. He works with individuals in their late teens and older and focuses on practical steps that help people feel more in control of their thoughts, moods, and behavior.

Les brings three decades of clinical experience to sessions. His background includes work in a state hospital, a county jail, nursing homes, a private psychiatric hospital, and multiple private practices. He has also provided services through Employee Assistance Programs, so he is familiar with workplace-related concerns.

In the room he describes his role as teacher, analyst, and facilitator. Conversations are aimed at helping people learn about themselves and their relationships. He uses a mix of approaches and chooses techniques to fit each person rather than following a single method.

Clients can expect a practical focus on skills and perspective. That might include changing unhelpful thought patterns, practicing mindfulness exercises, or examining long-standing patterns that show up in relationships. He pays attention to cultural context and personal values while helping people try new ways of coping.

Les emphasizes doable change. Sessions are intended to identify areas a person can control and then build skills to act differently. He guides people through steps for better communication, mood management, and problem solving so daily life feels more manageable.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping a person feel understood while they work toward their own goals. It is useful for people who need a supportive space to talk through relationship concerns, anger, or life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger management, and stress by teaching concrete skills and homework exercises.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then try methods that match those needs. That collaboration helps decide how to balance skills practice, reflection, and problem solving over time.

Confirm the available session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find remote work helpful for keeping consistent appointments and practicing skills between sessions alongside day-to-day responsibilities.