Meet the Team

  • Founder

    Hi, I’m Leana Sykes, founder of Grounded Growth Therapy. With over 20 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, and couples, grow, and cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships. I believe that our emotional well-being is deeply rooted in the connections we build—with ourselves and with others—and that healing happens through safe, attuned, and transformative relational experiences.

    My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from Brainspotting, PACT Therapy (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), Gottman Theory, and relationship-based experiential therapies. These foundations help us understand how past experiences shape our present, while also creating new, healing relational patterns that foster security, trust, and deeper emotional bonds. Whether working with couples to strengthen intimacy and communication or supporting individuals through personal growth and trauma healing, I provide a collaborative, supportive space tailored to each person’s unique journey.

    At Grounded Growth Therapy, I am committed to helping you uncover your strengths, navigate life’s challenges, and build the fulfilling relationships you deserve. Healing isn’t just about insight—it’s about experiencing new ways of relating, feeling, and connecting. I look forward to walking this path with you.

    “I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it.” - Maya Angelou

  • Associate Therapist

    s a dedicated Licensed Associate Counselor with over ten years of experience, I am passionate about helping pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults navigate life's challenges. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients can explore their stories and take brave steps toward healing, growth, and fulfillment.

    My eclectic therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and strength-based methods to empower clients to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, navigating grief, or working through life transitions, I am here to provide culturally sensitive care tailored to your unique journey.

    I believe that by embracing vulnerability and owning our stories, we can discover the strength within us to live authentic, fulfilling lives. Let’s work together to uncover the infinite power of your light.

    Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”

    — Brené Brown