Hope Lester

LPC-A

Therapist

About Hope Lester

Do you spend so much time worrying about everyone else that you forget to take care of yourself? Do your thoughts take on a life of their own the moment you try to rest? Is there so much on your plate that you don’t know where to start? I work with teens, young adults, and adults facing anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, self-esteem, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Using CBT, ACT, and DBT skills, we’ll figure out what your intrusive thoughts are really telling you and take back control of your mind. You’ll practice standing up for yourself, work through conflict, and build organization and self-care habits that keep burnout from coming back. People describe me as spunky and strong-willed, and there’s always room for humor. In our first session, we’ll look at where you are, where you want to go, and the routes that can get you there, so you leave with a clear list of priorities. Parents: if your teen is carrying more stress than they let on, I’d be glad to talk. I earned my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University. I spent two years as an intern at Sacred Heart University’s Wellness Center, helping college students through anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship conflict, and big adjustments. Outside the office, I’m writing poetry, rewatching Game of Thrones or Friends, or hanging out with my Golden Retriever, Stella.