Leah Hodges - Intern

Leah Hodges is a counseling intern pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Mental
Health Counseling degree at Grand Canyon University. As a Phoenix native with deep
roots in the northwest valley, her prior professional background includes a combination
of high school and junior high teaching, high school pastoral care, and collegiate
academic and financial advising. The expertise she brings to her counseling practice
has also been shaped by years as a foster parent and as a 20-year “fire wife”.

Through her unique combination of life experiences, Leah has developed a deep
interest in understanding how trauma influences human functioning and relationships,
and the freedom that comes from healing deep wounds. Leah approaches the
counseling practice through a Christian perspective, with the belief that every individual
has been created in the image of a perfect God (Genesis 1:27) and has access to the
Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).

Specializing in teens, adults, couples and families, Leah is committed to partnering with
you in uncovering the root of internal and relational issues to find hope in a future free
from anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma symptoms. She has a particular passion for
serving first responders and their family members, with a first-hand understanding of the
unique strain that line of work can place on a family unit.

When she’s away from the counseling office, Leah enjoys soaking up as much time as
possible with her two college-age children before they leave the nest! Her happy place
is on a beach or a boat, and she and her husband get in a country swing dancing
session whenever they can.

Leah is currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and
Reprocessing (EMDR) treatment, which is an incredible therapeutic tool to assist with
the process of finding freedom from painful experiences. She practices under the direct
supervision of Candace Cook, MS, LPC, LAMFT, who is an approved Clinical
Supervisor through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. To schedule an
appointment with Leah, please call or text (623) 428-9316 or email
leah@christiancounselingservicesaz.com. She meets clients out of the Glendale and
Surprise offices.