Believe in yourself

I help individuals deepen their self‑understanding and uncover growth within every challenge. I believe each experience holds insight and resilience that can drive lasting change. When we explore these moments together, they lead to greater clarity, healing, and a stronger sense of self.
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Recognize you are more capable than you imagine

Life’s challenges can interrupt your momentum, drain your confidence, and make even simple decisions feel overwhelming. When anxiety, depression, low self‑esteem, relationship conflict, trauma, grief, or major life transitions begin to shape your daily experience, having the right support can make all the difference. I help clients move from feeling stuck, stressed, or uncertain to feeling grounded, capable, and empowered. As a client‑centered clinician, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly about what you’re facing — and begin building the clarity, resilience, and emotional balance you deserve. Using evidence‑based practices, I work with individuals navigating: Anxiety and stress Depression and low motivation Self‑esteem and confidence challenges Relationship and family conflict Communication and impulse‑control concerns Life transitions — military/veteran shifts, divorce, job loss, retirement Trauma, grief, and experiences of physical or sexual abuse My goal is simple: to help you understand what you’re feeling, regain control of your life, and move forward with confidence. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone — meaningful change begins with a conversation.
Leslie Badalucca
LCMHC, NCC

Services

I currently offer telehealth services

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Anger Management
  • ADHD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Avoidant Personality
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Family Conflict
  • Self Esteem
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • PTSD
  • Life Coaching

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family/Marital Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • United Healthcare
  • TRICARE East
  • Humana

Fees

  • Self Pay: $120 - $180

Locations

Leslie Y Badalucca

28 Walnut Street #6
Waynesville, NC 28786

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Leslie Y Badalucca

28 Walnut Street #6
Waynesville, NC 28786

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