Leslie Kula-Leitner, LCSW

• Master of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Accredited Case Manager (ACM-SW)

• Community Mental Health Specialization

• Grief and Loss Specialization

• Daughter, Sister, Wife, Aunt, Mother

• She/Her/Hers

Leslie Kula-Leitner is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience in the mental health field, specializing in community-based care, grief and loss counseling, and case management. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she honed her expertise in clinical practice and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

As an Accredited Case Manager (ACM-SW), Leslie brings a comprehensive, client-centered approach to supporting individuals through complex mental health and social service systems. She has worked extensively in community mental health settings, helping individuals and families navigate mental health challenges, life transitions, and crisis situations with empathy and skill.

In addition to her work in community mental health, Leslie is particularly passionate about grief and loss counseling, providing support to individuals and families who are experiencing profound emotional distress following the loss of a loved one. Her compassionate, trauma-informed practice allows clients to find healing and meaning in the face of life’s most difficult moments.

Throughout her career, Leslie has been committed to ongoing professional development, consistently integrating the latest research and therapeutic techniques into her work. She is known for her strong clinical skills, deep empathy, and ability to build lasting, therapeutic relationships with clients.

Outside of her professional work, Leslie is deeply committed to her family and community. She brings a personal understanding of family dynamics and the challenges of balancing life’s multiple roles. This connection to her own life experiences enhances her ability to relate to the clients she serves and offer them not only professional expertise but also genuine compassion.

Leslie’s holistic, compassionate, and client-focused approach has made her a trusted partner in the mental health and social services community, and she continues to inspire those around her with her dedication to helping others lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.