Hello, I’m Leidy, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) dedicated to supporting individuals as they develop emotional balance, self-understanding, and resilience. I work with clients navigating challenges such as emotional regulation, stress, self-esteem concerns, anxiety, and depression, and I am passionate about creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and safe to be yourself.

I take a collaborative and client-centred approach to therapy, prioritizing safety, respect, and understanding within the therapeutic relationship. I work with clients to identify goals that feel meaningful and relevant, while honouring their individual strengths and experiences. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming, and I strive to support clients in ways that acknowledge and respect different ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.

I work from a trauma-informed lens and primarily draw from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). These approaches focus on building practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and challenging unhelpful thought patterns. My goal is to support you in strengthening self-trust, emotional awareness, and confidence as you navigate life’s challenges.

I have over 7 years of experience supporting children, teenagers, and adults on the autism spectrum and with other forms of neurodivergence. I have had the privilege of working in a variety of settings, including homes, clinics, schools, and community environments. I provide personalized 1:1 support and develop strategies that fit my client’s unique strengths and ways of experiencing the world. My work with neurodivergent clients has taught me the importance of flexibility, patience, and creativity, and I am passionate about creating affirming, strengths-based spaces where every client feels understood, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Trauma is an area I am deeply passionate about, and I am committed to helping clients navigate and overcome the challenges it presents. I also plan to continue growing in my profession by further developing my skills in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). In addition to my clinical training, I am fluent in Spanish and familiar with French, which allows me to connect with clients from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. I have completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and hold a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from York University.