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LEAP Behavioral Health

LEAP-Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical mental and behavioral health services

LEAP – Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to clients using a hybrid approach. With the options for telehealth and in-person therapies, clients are serviced by specialized clinicians in their fields. LEAP provides therapeutic specialties, including treatment for anxiety, eating disorders, EMDR, family and individual therapy, BCBA support, group therap

y support, and diagnostic evaluations. LEAP takes pride in offering individualized services to fit the needs of every family and individual. LEAPis distinguished from other behavioral health providers because we provide services that fit every individual’s needs, creating convenience and collaboration among families and providers.

04/29/2026

There’s a lot that happens behind the scenes before a client ever meets with a clinician.

Our intake and admin team are often the first voice someone hears when they’re overwhelmed, unsure, or just trying to figure out where to start. They’re the ones answering questions, navigating insurance, managing schedules, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks.

And they do it with patience, care, and kindness every single day.

This work isn’t always visible, but it matters. A lot.

We’re really grateful for the team that holds all of this together.

Thank you for everything you do.

04/27/2026

Sometimes the way we speak to ourselves is harsher than anything we’d ever say to someone we love.

This is your reminder to soften that voice, even just a little.

You don’t have to be perfect.
You don’t have to have everything figured out.
You’re allowed to meet yourself with patience, too.

If you’re not sure where to start, here are a few small ways to show up for yourself this week:

Pause and take a real break, even if it’s just 5 minutes

Speak to yourself the way you would to a friend

Let one thing be “good enough” instead of perfect

Say no to something that feels overwhelming

Do one small thing that makes you feel calm or grounded

Nothing big. Nothing overwhelming. Just small moments that remind you that you matter too.

How are you showing up for yourself this week?

04/24/2026

Autism isn’t one thing, it’s a spectrum of how a person experiences and interacts with the world.

From communication and social awareness to sensory processing and executive functioning, each area can look different for every individual.

There’s no single “autistic experience.”
Some strengths stand out.
Some challenges need support.
And those needs can change over time.

Understanding the spectrum means moving away from labels and toward seeing the whole person.

At LEAP, we focus on meeting individuals where they are, building on strengths, and supporting growth in a way that actually fits their life.

04/22/2026

Showing up daily doesn’t mean doing it perfectly.
It doesn’t mean you feel motivated every time.
It doesn’t mean every day looks the same.

Some days are focused.
Some days are messy.
Some days you barely have anything to give.

And you still showed up.

That counts more than consistency ever will.

Because real consistency isn’t about perfection,
it’s about returning, again and again,
even when it looks different than you expected.

Growth isn’t built on perfect days.
It’s built on the days you almost didn’t show up, but did anyway.

04/20/2026

Healing isn’t linear.
It’s messy, frustrating, and sometimes feels like you’re going in circles.

One day you feel strong.
The next, you’re right back in something you thought you already worked through.

That doesn’t mean it isn’t working.

It means you’re practicing.
It means you’re noticing.
It means you’re doing the hard part most people avoid.

Progress in therapy doesn’t look like a straight line, it looks like showing up anyway.

Even when it’s uncomfortable.
Even when it’s slow.
Even when it doesn’t make sense yet.

If you’re in that messy middle, you’re not behind.
You’re exactly where growth happens.

04/17/2026

MEET FRANCESCA SIANO, LPC/ATR-BC

Francesca is a Board Certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She earned her dual master’s degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, Connecticut.

Her professional experience spans a wide range of clinical settings, including acute behavioral health units in psychiatric hospitals, group homes, addiction recovery programs, and private practice. Her clinical work has taken her across several states, including Arizona and New York, and she currently practices in Connecticut.

She specializes in creative and integrative approaches to healing, including the Inner Child Recovery Program, Body Mapping, Process Painting, and evidence-based practices in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. These approaches allow clients to explore emotions, lived experiences, and personal growth through both verbal and non-verbal expression, supporting deeper insight and lasting change.

Contact us today to start your journey toward wellness with Francesca.

Accepting: Anthem, BCBS, Carelon, Husky, UHC, Medicare and other insurances. Sliding scale available.

General Availability: 10AM to 8PM, Monday through Thursday
In-person and telehealth in Connecticut

📞 Call or Text: (860) 383-7090
📧 info@leapbh.com
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📍 Farmington, CT

04/15/2026

Like this 👍 if overthinking has ever kept you stuck 💭 You’re not alone.

Instead of saying, “I need to think about this more,” try saying, “I can figure it out as I go.”

Growth does not come from having all the answers. It comes from moving forward anyway. Confidence is built through action, not waiting.

This does not mean you should not think things through. It means not letting overthinking keep you stuck.

Curious have you ever overthought something and it kept you from an important decision or opportunity?

04/13/2026

Meet Daniel Shopey, LPCA

We’re excited to welcome Daniel to LEAP!

Daniel brings over 20 years of experience supporting children and families through therapy and early childhood education. His approach is warm, creative, and grounded in real, practical skills that help clients express themselves, manage emotions, and build confidence.

He blends evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT with mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and child-centered play therapy to meet each person where they are.

Now accepting clients in Connecticut
In-person and telehealth available

Accepting: Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, Optum, UHC, Medicare, HUSKY, Magellan, Carelon, ConnectiCare, APA | Tricare (OON)

If you’re looking for support for your child or family, Daniel is here to help.

📞 (860) 383-7090
📧 info@leapbh.com
🌐 leapbehavioralhealth.com

04/10/2026

Most parents don’t realize how much support their child is actually entitled to… until they’re already overwhelmed trying to figure it out alone.

IEPs, 504 plans, school meetings, it can quickly become confusing, frustrating, and honestly exhausting. And when you’re in it, you’re expected to advocate while still trying to understand the system at the same time.

That’s where we come in.

At LEAP, we support families every step of the way, whether you just need help understanding your options or full support in meetings and communication with schools.

Swipe to see how our advocacy services are structured and what support can look like for your family.

We’re also actively working on ways to support families who may not have access to services right now, because every child deserves support, not just the ones who can afford it.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure of what to do next, we’re here.

04/08/2026

We’ve been seeing more and more families and individuals struggling with gaps in insurance coverage, or losing access to care altogether. That’s a really hard place to be, especially when support is still needed.

We wanted to create something simple and consistent for those situations. The LEAP Assistance Program is a private pay option designed to make care more predictable and accessible when insurance isn’t an option.

This isn’t about replacing insurance, it’s about making sure people don’t fall through the cracks when coverage changes or isn’t available.

If you or someone you know is navigating that space, we’re here to talk through options and help figure out what might work best. No pressure, just support.

04/06/2026

Autism Awareness Month is a reminder that support doesn’t have to be complicated, it just has to be intentional.

Small things matter.
Giving someone time to respond.
Respecting personal space.
Being mindful of sensory needs.

These aren’t big changes, but they can completely shift how safe and understood someone feels.

At LEAP, we focus on meeting people where they are and creating support that actually fits, not forcing them into what’s expected.

If you’d like to learn more about ASD support, you can visit us leapbehavioralhealth.com

04/03/2026

Losing a pet is a different kind of heartbreak.

They’re there for the quiet moments.
The routines.
The days no one else sees.

And when they’re gone, it can feel like the world keeps moving…
while something really important just stopped.

A lot of people don’t talk about this kind of grief.
Or they feel like they shouldn’t be this affected.

But that bond is real.
And so is the loss.

If you’re going through it, you’re not overreacting.
You’re grieving someone who mattered.

Support can make a difference, especially with someone who truly understands that connection.

At LEAP, Beth offers pet grief support with empathy, experience, and a deep respect for that bond.

You don’t have to carry it quietly.

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2 Forest Park Drive
Farmington, CT

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http://www.leapbehavioralhealth.com/

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