Leonard Burns - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

35 years experience

About Leonard Burns

I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California since 1990. My background includes a rich mixture of family systems, psychodynamic and EMDR approaches. My technical skills are seasoned with many years of experience with folks from many walks of life. What I have come to understand over the years is that the bedrock of successful psychotherapy is a strong, honest relationship between therapist and client. Only upon this foundation of trust is change possible.

I have many years of experience assisting clients in recovering from complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cancer survivorship, and finding peace with identity in a world that is often unkind to those whose lifestyles would not be described as traditional. I know from my personal journey that change is possible, while often difficult and terrifying. If you are ready to commit to the journey, I am here to be at your side along the rocky path.

Licenses

LMFT

25369

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Existential Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Jungian Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Len is knowledgeable, learned, compassionate, and despite past trauma with men, I felt totally safe sharing everything with him. He’s a gem!”

“It’s early on In the sessions, so I’ haven’t provided Leonard yet with enough information for him to be helpful, but he’sa good listener and understand as best as possible my current situation”

“He’s been helpful for us in the past 2 years.”

“I highly recommend Leonard. His instruction is clear, effective, and tailored to my needs. He has a great ability to break down concepts and help me fully understand the specific areas I’m working to improve.”

“I have been meeting Len regularly for almost 5 years. He has been a primary source of guidance through some very difficult life challenges and transitions, including addressing addiction, marital conflict and becoming a new dad. Through all of that he has been supportive when I needed but also held me accountable in a way that builds trust. He has really helped me unlock some core memories and behavioral patterns I didn't know were there. We are currently exploring EMDR and IFS. I highly recommend Len to anyone, but particularly men. I am a work in progress but credit Len for getting me to a more stable place in life.”

“Very good listener great advice very knowledgeable”

“Truly appreciate all the support Len has provided”

“I highly recommend Leonard Burns. He is very understanding and helpful. He is a great listener.”

“He is kind and respectful. He gets to know you and listen to you about anything and he does not judge you or make you feel bad. Plus he is very supportive and uplifting.”

“Great therapist, only one that i’ve ever been able to make real progress with.”

“Good guy. I’m glad I’m working with him”

“He is great and I hate therapy and he has made it easy to open up”

“Len has helped me”

“Simply, an awesome individual who has taken the time to listen and help me navigate my issues.”

“Len is the first therapist I've had who really listens to me and makes me feel heard. I appreciate him so much.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.