Lesley Poblete-Creech , LCSW

Lesley Poblete-Creech is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri with 12 years of experience working in direct practice with transitional age youth starting at 16 and with adults 18 and older. She has supported people facing stress and anxiety, career challenges, interpersonal goals, coping with life changes, addiction concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, and a range of relationship and family issues. Lesley has facilitated Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills groups for young adults and adults, including groups designed for families and couples, and integrates techniques from mindfulness, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into individual work.

In 2016 she completed a 200-hour Certified Yoga Teacher training and offers yoga as an additional tool in therapy sessions to help clients practice breath-based presence and mindfulness. Lesley works to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored and normalizes conversations about mental health and therapy. She also notes a personal connection to rescue work as a first-time dog mom to Teddy, a rescue Shihtzu who inspires intentional living.

Lesley holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a professional license for clinical social work practice in Missouri. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Integrating ACT, DBT, and Mindfulness in Online Care

Lesley draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify their values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take meaningful action toward a life they value. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and making behavior changes that align with personal priorities.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills focus on practical strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT-informed work is often helpful for managing intense emotions, improving communication, and stabilizing relationships.

Mindfulness practices are woven into sessions and into her use of yoga as a therapeutic tool, emphasizing present-moment awareness and breathing techniques that support grounding and self-regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lesley collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time in partnership with the client and drawing on the expertise of licensed professionals as needed.

Online therapy provides flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can access care that fits their schedule and comfort. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency in sessions, try different formats for practicing skills, and integrate therapy into a busy life.