Leilani Jefferies, LCSW
Offering personalized, quality mental health therapy and Daring to Rest rest coaching in California.

​Hi, I'm Leilani. Since I was a young child, I have always been fascinated by people and relationships, by what drives us and what makes us who we are. I have worked in the field of counseling since 2002, and I have come to understand that anyone with an open mind and heart can benefit from therapy, whether the reason is acute distress or a general desire to grow and develop more self-awareness. It is my life purpose to provide a safe space, a clear mind, and a compassionate heart to help my clients achieve their unique goals. 

Many years ago, I read a piece by Thich Nhat Hanh advising to “invite the negative emotions in for a cup of tea.” This is key to my approach. Being influenced by Buddhist Psychology, one of my aims is also to help my clients uncover unconscious thinking patterns in order to understand why our actions do not always mirror our intentions. I believe that all of the keys to healing lie within oneself, and I look forward to partnering with you in turning awareness away from the mental chatter and tuning into your inner wisdom.  As a holistic therapist and a Certified Yoga Teacher, Daring to Rest Certified Rest Coach and Daring to Rest Certified Yoga Nidra Facilitator trained in The Rested Path,™  I incorporate yoga and body-centered mindfulness practices as is appropriate and desired.

​I am also a mother of two  boys and am very much at home and enjoy working with parents. ​