Denae Leigon, LMFT

Denae Leigon is a family and marriage counselor licensed in California who brings more than 30 years of clinical experience to her practice. She spent 19 years as a therapist and supervisor at a county Children’s Mental Health Department, where she led parenting classes, facilitated support groups, and worked directly with families to strengthen communication and stability. Her caseload included couples and families coping with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, adoption and attachment concerns, abuse and trauma, and ADHD. She also served as the therapist for Juvenile Hall, providing care in a correctional setting.

Denae’s approach to counseling is compassionate and open. She practices using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured method that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - while keeping the work client driven. As an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she aims to create a trusting connection that supports vulnerability and growth. She acknowledges that change can be both demanding and energizing, and she offers steady guidance and encouragement as clients pursue the life they envision.

Denae emphasizes collaboration, practical strategies, and emotional support, helping families, couples, and individuals navigate challenges and build greater stability and resilience.