- CBT methods
- Client-centered work
- Mindfulness techniques
About Leslie
Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland is an Oregon psychologist with 30 years of clinical experience. He works with adults and late teens on issues such as stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, relationship struggles, and LGBT concerns. He also addresses parenting, grief, career stress, ADHD, and other life changes.
Netland trained over many years, earning a doctorate in clinical psychology after study at parochial colleges, large universities, and professional school. His early work included a wide range of settings - a state hospital, county jail, nursing homes, a private psychiatric hospital, and private practices. He has also provided services through Employee Assistance Programs.
In session he describes counseling as a practical process to learn more about oneself and relationships. The focus is on identifying what a person can control and make changes there. He takes on roles as teacher, analyst, and facilitator to help people move toward their goals.
His way of working draws from client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, solution-focused, mindfulness, family systems, existential, and faith-based perspectives. That mix means sessions can include skills practice, talking through patterns from the past, and short-term goal work. He aims to offer a range of perspectives and skill-building techniques.
Netland prefers working with individuals in late adolescence and older. He notes that examining thoughts, moods, and behaviors can be difficult, and he supports people as they try new approaches and build skills. People should expect straightforward, practical conversation and exercises geared to day-to-day problems.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and helping people explore thoughts and feelings. It supports clearer self-understanding and can help when anger comes from unmet needs or relationship strains.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is practical and skills-based. It helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then practices alternative responses for stress, anger, and anxiety.
Mindfulness therapy offers attention exercises to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of bodily and emotional signals. It can make it easier to notice early signs of rising anger and choose different responses.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, history, and preferences, and together they will try approaches that fit those needs. That collaborative process lets sessions focus on concrete skills or deeper patterns as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions often make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in when needed, or reduce travel time. Therapists can use video, phone, or other supported formats depending on what they offer, and they will discuss which option works best for practical reasons like bandwidth, comfort with being on camera, or scheduling constraints.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, addictions, and related issues such as control problems and communication difficulties.
What style of therapy does he use for temper and frustration?
He blends client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches to address patterns and teach coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of clinical experience across hospitals, jails, nursing homes, private psychiatric care, and private practice settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is listed as OR Psychologist 3296 and practices in Oregon.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.