Leigh Richards, MS

Leigh Richards, MS

Psychotherapist
NY
Leigh holds a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Pace University where she is currently pursuing her doctorate. She also holds a master’s degree in organizational psychology from Columbia University. Prior to WiseMind, Leigh worked at an intensive outpatient program for the treatment of anxiety and related disorders. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) while integrating a person-centered, solutions-focused, and creative approach in her work with clients. Leigh also completed foundational training in couples therapy (Gottman Institute) and has an interest in working with parents of children with anxiety or other mental health challenges. She has a passion for working with highly capable individuals who are held back by anxiety that interferes with their ambitions and lives.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Leigh Richards

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Leigh Richards

Leigh holds a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Pace University where she is currently pursuing her doctorate. She also holds a master’s degree in organizational psychology from Columbia University. Prior to WiseMind, Leigh worked at an intensive outpatient program for the treatment of anxiety and related disorders. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) while integrating a person-centered, solutions-focused, and creative approach in her work with clients. Leigh also completed foundational training in couples therapy (Gottman Institute) and has an interest in working with parents of children with anxiety or other mental health challenges. She has a passion for working with highly capable individuals who are held back by anxiety that interferes with their ambitions and lives.

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Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Pace University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
  • Columbia University (Master's)

NPI number

1063399871

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5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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What languages does Leigh Richards speak?

Leigh Richards speaks English.

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1 patients have reviewed Leigh Richards. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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