About Alexis Leeper, LCSW

EMDR & Somatic Trauma Specialist for Adults in NC & TX

Therapy that honors your nervous system, your autonomy, and your whole story.

Grounded, Active Trauma Healing for Adults

Hi, I’m Alexis. Overwhelming stress and trauma aren't personal failures. They are real, physical responses to an exhausting world. When your system has been on high alert for too long, it shows up as burnout, chronic anxiety, a racing mind, or feeling completely disconnected from your body.

With nearly 20 years of clinical experience and 7+ years specializing in EMDR, I help adults move past basic coping strategies and into genuine nervous system relief. Therapy with me is not passive listening. It is a grounded, steady space to pause, untangle what feels heavy, and guide your body back into balance so you can build deep self-trust and live with clarity.

Two Decades of Clinical Expertise

Across 20 years in mental health, I’ve served in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient programs. Navigating complex clinical settings shaped my deep respect for every individual's story and taught me that true healing requires more than surface-level techniques.

For the past 7+ years, I have specialized in EMDR therapy and extended intensives, combining deep clinical knowledge with a collaborative, liberation-oriented approach. I meet you with curiosity, transparency, and a steadfast belief in your capacity to heal.

Integratively Minded, Somatically Rooted

Instead of just talking about stress, we map what your body and nervous system are signaling. My practice integrates modalities tailored to your unique needs:

- EMDR & Extended Intensives: Process stored trauma and reframe negative core beliefs without needing to analyze every painful detail.

- DBT Skills: Build practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and boundary setting.

- Somatic Awareness & Trauma Care: Track physical stress responses, build internal safety, and restore body-mind alignment.

Therapy with me isn't about "fixing" who you are. It’s about unlearning reactive patterns, releasing what isn't yours to carry, and reconnecting with your authentic self.

An Inclusive, Liberation-Oriented Space

I work with adults navigating:

  • Anxiety and depression

  • PTSD and complex trauma

  • Disordered eating and body image concerns

  • Identity exploration and self-esteem

  • Neurodivergence and life transitions

My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, body-positive, and grounded in social justice. Healing happens best in a space where all parts of your identity are honored, validated, and celebrated without judgment.

Ready to Reclaim Grounded Stability?

Healing isn’t linear, and it doesn’t always look the way you expect. Sometimes it’s quiet. Sometimes it’s messy. But it’s always yours. I believe in therapy that honors your pace, your story, and your strengths. Let’s create a steady path forward together.

Start your journey today. Reach out to learn more.