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If you’re feeling nervous…
If you are feeling nervous…don’t worry,
you’re not alone. Meeting a stranger for the
first time and telling them all about yourself
isn’t the easiest task. I do my best to be
welcoming and approachable. Your comfort
and sense of safety are very important to me.
The best advice for overcoming nervousness
in the first session is to just be open to the
Counseling & Psychotherapy
process . Communicate with me about how
you’re feeling. If you’re intimidated by the
with Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc.
idea of starting therapy, it’s okay! We can
work through that together and move at a
pace that is comfortable for you.
About Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc.
MPC is a private psychiatric practice owned
by my colleague, Dr. Rakesh Kaneria. I
provide therapy to adults at this location. We
can accept most commercial insurances, as
well as Caresource (of Ohio Medicaid) and
Medicare. Clients who work with me at MPC
also have the option to see Dr. Kaneria for
evaluation and medication management if
desired or needed. We are located in West
Midwest Psychiatric Center, Inc.
Chester, OH near the UC West Chester
7760 W. VOA Park Dr. Suite G
Hospital, just off I-75, between Liberty Way
West Chester, OH 45069
and Tylersville Rd.
Phone: 513-217-5221
Fax: 513-217-6221
You can feel better!
Leah Groshek, LISW-S, CTS
Beginning Therapy:
Credentials and Training:
If you have made the decision to begin therapy,

Masters in Social Work from The Ohio State
University with concentration in Clinical
Social Work.

Bachelors of Arts in Social work from The
Catholic University of America

Licensed Independent Social Worker with
Supervisory Designation in the state of Ohio

Certified Trauma Specialist with the
National Institute for Trauma and Loss in
Children.
good for you! You are making a courageous
decision! Here’s what you can expect:
The first appointment you have will be an
“Assessment” session. This is when we will meet
each other and begin to tackle three tasks.
1.
We will discuss some questions about your history,
and complete some paperwork about symptoms you
may be experiencing. We will explore your strengths
and interests, as well as the challenges or difficulties
you may be facing. Screening questionnaires and
other clinical tools may be used at this time.
2.
Why therapy ?
We will explore your goals. This is often a fun
conversation because we begin to imagine what it is
Therapy is all about making change. We all have
you want to achieve through coming to therapy.
areas of our lives that are stressful, confusing, or
When we set concrete and specific goals, we are
difficult. We also all have strengths, capabilities,
knowledge, and insight. Therapy is about mobilizing
our strengths to create positive changes in our lives.
People who come to therapy often experience:
•A better understanding of themselves
•Stronger and deeper relationships
•Improved health and wellness
•Less anxiety and depression
•A better quality of life
•More rejuvenating sleep
•Relief from physical and emotional pain
more likely to achieve positive change. It is very
My psychotherapy experience includes community
mental health work as a staff psychotherapist for
adults, children, and adolescents, as well as group
and couple’s therapy facilitator. I am well-versed in
a variety of treatment modalities including Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Structured Sensory
Interventions, Solution Focused Therapy,
Psychodynamics, Narrative Therapy, and TraumaFocused CBT. In addition to standard “talk therapy”
approaches, I implement a number of interactive
interventions in my practice including art therapies,
bibliotherapy, therapeutic writing, and experiential
interventions.
important that these goals reflect the things YOU
want. Feel free to tell me about your priorities,
preferences, and values!
3.
To close the assessment phase, I will offer you some
information and recommendations. This is where
we can begin to discuss things like diagnosis and
treatment options. Feel free to ask lots of
questions! Together we will establish a personalized
plan for your therapy, tailored to your schedule,
level of motivation, and goals.