Lesa M. Lightfoot

LCSW
Accepting Clients

25 years of experience as a couples therapist, I’m dedicated to helping partners navigate challenges and strengthen their relationships.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Lawrenceburg, TN

Services
  • Couples

About My Clients

Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, unsure of how to communicate effectively, or struggling to rebuild trust after a conflict? You’re not alone. I work with couples who are looking to reconnect, improve communication, and strengthen their bond. Whether you're facing a specific challenge like emotional disconnection, navigating life changes, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when you’re not on the same page. My ideal clients are couples who want to invest in their relationship

My Background and Approach

With over 25 years of experience as a couples therapist, I’ve helped couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect emotionally. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and focused on each partner’s unique strengths. I believe that when both individuals feel heard and valued, lasting change is possible. I specialize in guiding couples through challenges like emotional disconnection, communication struggles, and rebuilding trust after conflict. I use proven therapeutic tools and techniques, refined over the years, to help couples not only resolve current issues but also develop resilience for the future. Together, we’ll create a tailored approach to strengthen your relationship, deepen your emotional intimacy, and provide practical strategies that can support you both in meeting your goals. I’m here to help you build a stronger, more fulfilling partnership that lasts.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I firmly believe in the capacity for change and growth at any stage of life. The work I do with couples is grounded in the belief that the challenges you face are not insurmountable but part of a natural developmental process. I’ve been deeply influenced by the teachings of The Couples Institute and the Developmental Model, which explains the stages individuals and couples go through. Dr. Bader’s insights on premature divorces resonate with me—many struggles in relationships are simply part of the natural process, and with the right guidance, they can be navigated successfully. I believe that understanding these stages provides crucial insight and clarity during difficult times. My mission is to help couples avoid premature endings of relationships and instead grow through the challenges they face, building stronger, healthier connections.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Collaborative Couple Therapy Couples Counseling Relationship Counseling
Other Techniques
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Intervention

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Divorce Marriage Counseling Relationship Issues
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 26 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $225/session

Info

Email Lesa M.
1280 First Avenue - business location only
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464

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