Meet Our Therapists

AHA founder Dr. Lee Harris is a native Midwesterner and a graduate of Liberty High School in Liberty, Mo. 

Lee was drawn to psychology as a teenager when he understood its potential to make a practical difference in people’s lives. Although Lee experienced success in the financial services industry as a bank vice president, he knew his calling was to help people experience change on a personal level. 

Partnering with you in the process of change

Sometimes therapy can lead to sweeping changes in a person’s life. More frequently, it helps people navigate the challenges of the moment. While personal change can and does occur, it can’t be rushed. 

“There are times we can look back and say, ‘You know what? We finished this course of therapy and look how much change you've made.’ But most of the gratification comes in the small changes you see with a person. It's a small change, but we can see we're making progress and it's helpful.”

Although Dr. Lee desires to help people grow, he does not view himself as a “fixer.”

“I don’t begin a counseling relationship with the idea of ‘fixing’ someone. My purpose is to help everyone make progress toward their personal goals. I don’t tell you what your goal should be or who you should be. I help you determine what you want, then work with you to take steps in the right direction.” 

Dr. Lee’s diverse experience counseling children, youth and adults has given him a strong foundation to draw upon.

“Everything I've done has been different and quite unique. And that's what's led me to my approach with clients. For example, I might counsel five people on the topic of depression. However, each person is a distinct individual, and each is going to need something different from therapy. There's no cookie cutter. It’s a matter of discovering the approach that’s most helpful to a particular individual and pursuing it.”

“Lee is an excellent children's therapist. He builds strong working relationships and has creative ways to address issues that clients bring to session. Lee is not afraid to challenge unhelpful patterns to get you to achieve your goals.” – Ian Benemerito, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

“Lee was so helpful. He was patient with us, worked not only with my teen, but with us, the parents. We didn’t think we would see the change that Lee was able to help us with.” – Former Client

“I never thought my life could change. Lee really helped me along the way and I feel so much better now.” – Former Client

“If you are looking for a supervisor that provides wonderful feedback and is concerned for your personal growth and development as a professional, you will not find better than Lee. He is also interesting and fun!” – AJ Jones, Licensed Professional Counselor