BSW, Grand Valley State University // MSW, Michigan State University
Keeleigh Mahler, LCSW, comes to Anxiety Institute from Mountain Valley Treatment Center (MVTC), where she became an expert in the treatment of adolescent anxiety disorders utilizing trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Keeleigh’s expertise includes using exposure response prevention therapy (ERP) in an intensive treatment model. Her specialties include employing third-wave CBT treatment approaches, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). Keeleigh has also created a proprietary ERP-based curriculum.
In her spare time, Keeleigh enjoys practicing and teaching yoga, reading, cooking, and spending time in the woods.
Her Inspiration:
I am deeply inspired by my work with adolescents and young adults as they build their sense of self, develop resilience, and aspire to the life they imagine. Having witnessed firsthand the effectiveness of ERP-based interventions, I look forward to working with clients and families as they challenge themselves to alter old patterns, beliefs, and behaviors.