Lesley is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who writes about mental health through a culturally responsive, strengths-based lens. Her work focuses on self-compassion, identity, and personal growth, with particular attention to how people navigate change and build healthier relationships in their everyday lives.
Drawing from approaches such as mindfulness, narrative work, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, Lesley explores practical ways people can better understand themselves, strengthen emotional resilience, and move through challenges like anxiety, self-doubt, and life transitions. She shares reflections and guidance informed by her clinical experience on the LifeStance Health blog.
Authored by Lesley Roy
Lesley Roy is an expert medical author at LifeStance Health. The following publications have been authored by Lesley Roy.
Anxiety and Co-Occurring Conditions: Depression, ADHD, OCD, and Other Disorders Linked to Anxiety
What Is Retroactive Jealousy and How to Deal With It
Why Justin Bieber’s Coachella Performance Sparked Such a Strong Emotional Response
CLONE: How to Diagnose Anxiety: Key Steps, Symptoms, and Who Can Help
Reviewed by Lesley Roy
Lesley Roy is an expert medical reviewer at LifeStance Health. The following publications have been medically reviewed by Lesley Roy.
Depression Quotes to Inspire Your Recovery
What is Health Anxiety and Evidence-Based Ways To Manage It
What Is Atypical Depression? Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
What Is Gentle Parenting? A Therapist Explains the Definition, Pros, and Cons
How to Heal From a Breakup, From Someone Who’s Been Through It
What Does It Mean To Be Sapiosexual?
Relationship Bases Explained: What Each “Base” Really Means Today And How to Navigate Them
Understanding Domestic Violence Through a Trauma‑Informed Lens
