Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Bala Cynwyd, PA

I have a M.S. Mental Health Counseling graduate degree with a specialization in Substance Abuse Disorder, a M.A. Psychology graduate degree and an undergraduate B.A. Psychology degree.

I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, detox and rehab facilities, outpatient PCP and IOP mental health and individual private practice. I have worked with a range of different clients from many different backgrounds and ages (children, preteen, teen, adult and elderly).

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked with a diversity of clients. I am here to listen, validate, challenge, support and work with you on your therapeutic goals.

I am a husband, a father of two adult children, and a corgi dad. I am not a true Mainer as I moved here about 4 years ago from Pennsylvania where I spent most of my life. But, I have adopted Maine as my own. I love the outdoors and spend as much time as I can in them.

As far as the more formal stuff, I spent a lot of time in school. My credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ursinus College, a Masters of Education in Counseling from Rutgers University, an Executive Masters of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration from California Pacific University, a Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Juris Doctorate in Law all from Widener University.

I have 20+ years management experience in behavioral health, managed care, academia and private practice settings. I have run my private practice for more than 30 years, have been a program administrator, corporate compliance/privacy officer, clinical director, program chairperson, and director of quality management during my career. I have taught at more than 20 colleges and universities. I have advised, supervised, trained, and taught hundreds of graduate students and professional counselors. I have also presented at many state, regional and national conferences and provided numerous trainings to social service and criminal justice professionals.

I have over 10 years of experience in a wide variety of clinical settings since obtaining my Master's degree and becoming a licensed clinician. I use a client centered approach that draws from my training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, and a trauma-informed approach. I have worked with people struggling with addictions, a wide variety of anxiety related difficulties, ADHD, depression, and some bodily focused repetitive behaviors. I also have experience working with couples to address relationship needs.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, and other mental health concerns. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive, skills-based psychotherapy, with treatment tailored to each patient's age, circumstances, symptoms, and goals.

My clinical background includes extensive work in outpatient psychiatry, behavioral health systems, detoxification and dual-diagnosis programs, and community-based mental health organizations. This experience has allowed me to work with individuals across the lifespan and with a wide range of needs, from patients seeking help with anxiety, depression, or ADHD to those managing trauma, substance use, or more complex mental health conditions. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with advanced training in psychiatric mental health. In addition to my direct clinical work, I have served as Chief Nurse Executive for a large behavioral health organization, where I oversaw integrated mental health, addiction treatment, and community-care programs. Working at both the patient and organizational levels has given me a broad perspective on mental health care and reinforced the importance of looking beyond a diagnosis to understand the medical, psychological, social, and environmental factors that can affect a person's well-being.

I believe therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, understood for who you are, and free from judgment. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Philosophy at Duquesne University and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Waynesburg University. I have worked in the mental health field for about five years, including three years in a psychiatric hospital, and have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Throughout my career, I've supported clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, identity exploration, and other challenges. I enjoy getting to know each person and understanding the experiences, relationships, and circumstances that have shaped who they are.

My goal is to help you better understand yourself, recognize the changes you want to make, and find a way forward that feels meaningful to you. I believe change is possible, even when it isn't always easy, and you don't have to navigate it alone.

My name is Leilani and I’m a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I believe feeling heard is just as important as any treatment plan. My background in both primary care and mental health, along with my experience as a military veteran and spouse, helps me understand how stress, health, and life experiences are often deeply intertwined. I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and big life transitions, and I take time to listen before offering guidance. My goal is to create a calm, supportive space where we can talk things through together and move forward in a way that feels manageable and right for you.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 14 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through some of life’s most difficult and overwhelming seasons. I earned my master’s degree in social work and have continued my training in areas including adult ADHD, trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, and mind-body wellness. I am also a certified Adult ADHD Clinical Services Provider and Reiki Master.

My approach is warm, honest, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can be fully yourself—not somewhere you have to show up with the “right” words or pretend everything is fine. I offer support while also gently challenging the patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that may be keeping you stuck.

I work with clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, major life transitions, stress, self-esteem issues, and emotional overwhelm. I especially enjoy helping people better understand themselves, strengthen their boundaries, improve their relationships, and create a life that feels more peaceful and intentional.

You do not have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. We can begin exactly where you are and work together from there.

I have spent most of my professional life helping people manage stress, burnout, trauma, change, and the general emotional chaos that comes with being human. With a background spanning clinical counseling, higher education, leadership development, special education, and mental health advocacy, I bring both deep expertise and genuine relatability to the therapy process. I have presented nationally on topics like compassion fatigue, resilience, and trauma, but believe some of the best therapeutic work still happens in simple, honest conversations where people finally feel heard.