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Leland Baker

Experienced clinician focused on practical change

LCSW, LICSW Missouri

Experience
22 years in practice
Focus areas
Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Leland

Leland Baker brings more than two decades of clinical practice to his work, holding LCSW and LICSW credentials and practicing in Missouri.

Background and approach

With 22 years of experience supporting people through grief, depression, anger, stress, and a wide range of life transitions, he draws on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while treating trauma, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and issues like ADHD and compassion fatigue.

He emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper exploration to help clients manage symptoms and move toward their goals. He frames therapy around each person’s strengths, viewing clients as experts on their own lives and partnering with them to identify resources and next steps.

His approach combines client-centered listening with solution-focused planning and techniques from internal family systems to address patterns, internal conflict, and coping skills. Leland aims to create an empowering environment where people can build resilience, clarify priorities such as career or parenting challenges, and develop realistic steps for change.

For those considering online or remote support, he accepts international clients and offers flexible session formats to fit different schedules and needs.

Approach and Access: Online Methods with Practical Therapies

Many of his consultations use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical for issues like anxiety, depression, stress, and sleeping problems. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and partnering with clients to build on their strengths and priorities, often helpful for grief, self esteem, and navigating life transitions.

Deciding which approach fits best is treated as a collaborative process. Together the therapist and client explore goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before, then try methods that match those needs and adjust as work progresses. This flexibility supports steady progress while honoring each person’s pace and values.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility for busy schedules, travel, and differing comfort levels with remote work. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try short check-ins or longer sessions, and access licensed professionals from varied locations while coordinating around daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Leland help with?
He works with a broad range of issues including trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family problems, sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style blends client-centered listening with practical, solution-focused planning and cognitive behavioral tools to address thoughts and behaviors while honoring each person’s strengths.
What is his professional background?
He has 22 years of experience working with clients across many concerns and draws on several therapeutic approaches to tailor care to individual needs.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in Missouri and holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW with licence details MO LCSW 2005014997 and WA LICSW LW 00009203.
Can he work with people who live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions with people who are located outside the United States.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Trauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Washington, Missouri

Languages

English