Leslie Dowdy, LPC

About Leslie

Dowdy brings with her a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to supporting our community's mental health and well-being.

Originally from Lacrosse, Wisconsin, Leslie has been a proud resident of Gillette for most of her life. Her love for the outdoors and Gillette's strong sense of community spirit and generosity have made it a special place for Dowdy.

Dowdy's journey into counseling began after a career as a teacher, where she discovered her ability to build meaningful and impactful relationships. Recognizing her passion for helping others, Dowdy pursued a career in counseling, drawing upon her natural strengths in guiding and supporting individuals.

With 12 years of counseling experience, Dowdy has focused her practice on working with substance use clients. Her solution-focused approach aims to guide clients toward positive growth, and she finds tremendous joy in witnessing the transformative journeys of those she works with.

Reflecting on her role, Dowdy shares, "I am honored every day to witness the evolution of my clients. Everyone is capable of it, and sometimes they just need a guide. I am blessed to get to be that person."

Dowdy enjoys spending quality time with her children and family outside of her professional life. She also enjoys being outdoors and exploring new places through travel.