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Life Isn’t Always Easy: Finding Support for Chronic Pain, Neurodivergence, Anxiety, and Gender Identity
Are you struggling with chronic pain or illness that makes daily life difficult? Do you feel overwhelmed managing ADHD or navigating the unique challenges of being autistic in a world that constantly expects you to mask? Perhaps you’re grappling with questions about your gender identity or are ready to begin your transition, seeking a professional who affirms who you are and is a WPATH GEI SOC8 certified member and an expert?.
You might be experiencing:
- Persistent physical pain that impacts your quality of life
- Chronic illness that limits your activities or leaves you feeling exhausted
- Difficulty concentrating or staying organized due to ADHD
- Sensory overload or social challenges that come with being autistic
- Anxiety or stress that’s interfering with your relationships, work, or daily routine
- Questioning your gender identity and seeking guidance for transition or seeking a surgery support letter?
A Place for Healing, Growth, and Affirmation
I specialize in helping individuals living with chronic pain, chronic illness, ADHD, autism, and those in the transgender community find peace, balance, and relief. My practice provides a safe and understanding space where you can openly talk about your challenges and receive practical tools to improve your life. Whether you’re navigating physical pain, managing your neurodivergence, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, or seeking affirmation in your gender identity, I’m here to help you find calm, clarity, and control.
My Approach
With years of experience supporting people with physical, mental, and emotional health challenges, I understand the complexities of managing chronic conditions and navigating your gender identity. My work focuses on:
- Helping you manage chronic pain and illness symptoms in ways that honor your abilities without dismissing your feelings
- Offering strategies to help those with ADHD and autism cope with daily stressors and build skills, while acknowledging that you shouldn’t have to mask who you are to fit societal expectations
- Providing a safe, affirming space for transgender and gender-diverse individuals to explore their identity and take steps in their transition journey
- Guiding you through anxiety and stress management techniques to bring balance and calm into your life
- Supporting you as you navigate personal and professional relationships impacted by your condition or gender identity, and offering comfort when it feels overwhelming
Holistic, Person-Centered Support
I work with people from all walks of life who are ready to take steps toward living a more authentic and fulfilled existence, regardless of their challenges. My practice is a nonjudgmental space where you can explore your needs, learn effective coping strategies, and receive personalized support based on your unique circumstances, whether that includes chronic pain, neurodivergence, or your gender identity.
Virtual Counseling Available
If you’re based in Georgia, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina, or Florida, I offer virtual distance counseling to meet your needs wherever you are. My practice, Katie Leikam, MBA, LCSW, is based in the metro Atlanta area, in downtown Decatur, GA, and I offer virtual phone or video sessions exclusively. I’m licensed in Georgia (LCSW), Texas (LCSW), South Carolina (LISW-CP), North Carolina (LCSW), and have privileges to see clients in Florida. I am WPATH GEI SOC 8 certified, with expertise in working with the transgender and LGBTQIA communities, and I’m committed to staying informed on the latest research in chronic pain management, neurodivergence, and anxiety treatment.
Let’s Begin Your Journey to Wellness
If you’re ready to manage your pain, embrace your neurodivergence, affirm your gender identity, and live with more peace and fulfillment, I’d love to work with you every step of the way. I offer free 10-minute consultations via phone or video to discuss how I can help.
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Learn More About Me and My Specialties
While my practice specializes in secular, affirming therapy for gender identity and the LGBTQIA community, I help teenagers, college students and adults, no matter their belief system. I help people who feel stuck get unstuck. No emotional concern is too great to overcome and therapy can lead to change. You’ll find a therapist that will really listen to you we will work together to create the goals you want to achieve.
Whether you’re a parent seeking an affirming teen therapist, navigating your college experience, or an anxious professional, we can work together to make good things happen.
If you are looking for a non-religious therapist, I am part of The Secular Therapist Network.
I want you to know that it is never too late to change and start living the life you’ve always wanted. We can build solutions and together.
Here Are Some Places to Get Started
Gender Therapy
LGBTQ Youth
Secular Therapy
