Strengthening Connections, LLC You're not alone...
Far too many people suffer silently with depression and anxiety. Let me help you find better ways to feel seen and heard.
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My Passion and Experience...
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
Hello, my name is Leslie Wight and I have 20 years of experience working with first-time parents and the many challenges that come with that. I specialize in supporting women suffering from depression and anxiety during pregnancy and after. An important part of my work is with their partners and their families as well. We know that havi
Hello, my name is Leslie Wight and I have 20 years of experience working with first-time parents and the many challenges that come with that. I specialize in supporting women suffering from depression and anxiety during pregnancy and after. An important part of my work is with their partners and their families as well. We know that having a baby impacts the whole family. My experience over the years has shown me how a mother's depression or anxiety doesn't just negatively impact her, but also her partner and the rest of the family. I am a mother of two adult children and I can remember experiencing many different feelings such as joy, contentment, frustration, worry, guilt etc...and how those feelings influenced my relationships with my husband and my children. My passion for over 18 years has been to provide support, guidance and education to families because as we know, being a parent can be very rewarding, but also very challenging too!
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
We have been brought up to believe that having a baby is supposed to be one of the happiest times in a woman's life. Or so they say...
- What if when you got pregnant, you weren't happy?
- What if you had the baby, you felt worse?
- What if you feel sad, lonely, anxious or even angry?
- What if you wondered what happened to my needs?
- What h
We have been brought up to believe that having a baby is supposed to be one of the happiest times in a woman's life. Or so they say...
- What if when you got pregnant, you weren't happy?
- What if you had the baby, you felt worse?
- What if you feel sad, lonely, anxious or even angry?
- What if you wondered what happened to my needs?
- What happened to me, my body?
- What happened to my relationship with my partner?
Many women quietly battle with these questions and feelings, but they don't talk about it because of the shame and guilt. Moms fear what other moms or family members would say if they really knew how they felt and what they were thinking.
Other areas of support that I can provide are...
Having a baby can be a beautiful and difficult time in one's life...
Other areas of support that I can provide are...
- Perinatal/Postpartum Depression
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Parenting
- Life transitions
- Early parent/child attachment
- Relationships
- Grief/loss of loved one
- Grief/loss around what they thought life was going to be like
- Women's issues
- Stress management
- Self esteem
- Conflict resolution
My hope is to create a comfortable and supportive atmosphere
- Perinatal/Postpartum Depression
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Parenting
- Life transitions
- Early parent/child attachment
- Relationships
- Grief/loss of loved one
- Grief/loss around what they thought life was going to be like
- Women's issues
- Stress management
- Self esteem
- Conflict resolution
My hope is to create a comfortable and supportive atmosphere where you can come and feel valued and heard. Life can be challenging when you are struggling with many stressors. Therapy can be a great way to get the support and guidance you need to live a happier and healthier you. I hope I get the opportunity to support you on this journey to better yourself and your family!