Leslie Gray , LCMHC

Leslie Gray is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 10 years of clinical experience supporting people through addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. She has substantial experience working with individuals facing substance use concerns and co-occurring mental health conditions, and she also treats anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and challenges related to grief, relationships, and career stress.

Leslie draws on an existential perspective that views much of human experience as part of a search for meaning. She pairs that orientation with a person-centered approach that centers the client’s goals, as well as focused, insight-oriented strategies that aim for practical progress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are also integrated when helpful to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress.

Her work often addresses the complicated effects of trauma - whether from physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, neglect, or witnessing violence - and she supports clients who are rebuilding after domestic violence or struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Leslie recognizes that therapy can surface strong and competing emotions such as anger, frustration, or sadness, and she encourages clients to allow and work through those feelings rather than avoid them.

Leslie emphasizes collaboration, helping clients clarify what matters most to them and setting short-term, solution-focused goals that align with longer-term insight and growth. While the path through difficult emotions can feel uncertain, she works alongside clients to process obstacles and move toward greater fulfillment and resilience.