Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland, OR Psychologist 3296

Dr. Leslie "Les" Netland helps people who are juggling change, loss, or ongoing stress. He sees individuals in their late teens and older and focuses on problems like anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, and aging and geriatric issues. He brings a calm, direct manner and aims to help people make concrete changes they can use day to day.

Netland earned a doctorate in clinical psychology after studies at parochial colleges, Big Ten and state universities, and a professional school. Over a 30-year career he has worked in many settings, including a state hospital, county jail, nursing homes, a private psychiatric hospital, and private practice. He has also provided services through Employee Assistance Programs and managed related contracts.

He prefers a mix of practical and reflective work. That can mean learning new skills to manage mood and behavior, looking at patterns that shape relationships, or using short-term focused strategies to face a current problem. He describes his role as teacher, analyst, and facilitator while keeping sessions flexible and culturally aware.

Sessions often involve learning to notice unhelpful habits, practicing different ways to respond, and setting small goals to test change. He pays attention to how life stresses like caregiving, blended family demands, or aging pressures affect daily choices and mood.

People who choose him can expect straightforward conversation, skill building, and attention to personal values and life context. His long experience gives him many perspectives to draw on while working with each person’s unique concerns.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the person’s concerns. In practice this means the therapist reflects what matters most and helps the client steer sessions toward personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change thoughts and behaviors that feed anxiety, depression, or problematic coping. Clients often learn short exercises and homework to try between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. That conversation guides whether sessions emphasize skill practice, exploring relationship patterns, or short-term problem solving. The plan can change as needs shift.

The original biography does not list specific online or in-person formats, so please confirm the session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or reduce travel time. It also lets people use exercises and written tools between sessions to track progress and practice new skills.