Leslie Snyder, PhD · Licensed Clinical Psychologist · California PSY24720 · Kansas LP03529
Helping children, teens, and their parents discover that their strengths far outweigh their stretches.™
A licensed clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Snyder helps young people transform self-doubt, those "what if" moments, into a confident mindset of "I can handle this" and "I will achieve this."
“I worked with Dr. Snyder for seven or eight years, and that experience truly changed the course of my life.”
University student, long-term client
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
PhD, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Licensed in Two States
California PSY24720 · Kansas LP03529
Nationwide Telehealth
Licensed through PSYPACT
25+ Years
With children, teens & families
You are not alone
Most families find their way to me after they
have already tried everything else.
"I want my child to be happy."
"I want my child to get a good education and go to college."
"I want my child to grow into a responsible adult who can manage the ups and downs of life."
You may have consulted other professionals, educators and parents, only to feel more frustrated than
before. There is another way forward, and it starts with understanding your child's unique mind.
What families say
Trusted by parents and students alike
“Leslie was a super star in every aspect: she gave us practical tools to work with our son at home and also served as a productive and collaborative advisor in our communication with the school. We are incredibly grateful for her expertise, compassion, and commitment to our family. We cannot thank her enough!”
Parent, parenting work
“I worked with Dr. Snyder for seven or eight years, and that experience truly changed the course of my life. I had always struggled with ADHD, reading, and studying. Through our one-on-one sessions, I developed strong time management, writing, and study skills that I continue to rely on today. More importantly, I gained a sense of self confidence that I don’t think I would have achieved without her support.”
University student, long-term client
“Dr. Snyder has been working with all three of our twice exceptional children for five and a half years. All three are unique individuals with their own strengths and stretches. Dr. Snyder has unearthed their capabilities and has taught invaluable strategies to help them succeed in school and life. She also has an infectious laugh!”
Parent of three 2E children
How I can help
Care for the whole child, and the whole family
Dr. Snyder is first and foremost a licensed clinical psychologist. She supports the emotional life of young people and, because learning and wellbeing are deeply connected, their educational growth as well.
Psychological care
Therapy for Children & Adolescents
A warm, individualized space to work through anxiety, depression, OCD, social anxiety, and the internalizing struggles young people often carry quietly.
Giftedness & the Gifted Experience
Support for the intense emotions, perfectionism and anxiety that can come with being very gifted, so a bright mind becomes a source of confidence rather than pressure.
Executive Functioning
For many years, Dr. Snyder has helped children, teens and families build executive functioning skills: planning, organizing, focus, follow-through, and managing time and tasks.
High-Functioning ASD
"ASD" stands for Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Snyder works with verbal, high-functioning young people to build social understanding, confidence and a strong sense of identity.
Managing Today's Pressures
Help with test anxiety, social anxiety, online addiction and social media overuse, so young people can navigate a demanding world with resilience.
Parental Coaching
Helping families understand their children's unique needs and behaviors. This is the heart of the "We All Need A Launchpad"™ team approach, where parents are partners from day one.
Educational support
Advanced Educational Therapy
Far more than tutoring. A relational approach for students from 3rd grade through college.
Twice-Exceptional (2E) & Learning Differences
Gifted, and also navigating dyslexia, ADHD or a non-verbal learning disability.
Putting the "I" Back Into the IEP
Holistic, relationship-based learning plans that truly prioritize the student.
Putting the "I" Back Into the IEP
In person in Los Angeles and via telehealth, covering parenting, giftedness, 2E, ADHD and high-functioning ASD.
The heart of my work
“In times of change, learners inherit the earth, while the
learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a
world that no longer exists.”
Eric Hoffer
The Snyder Relational Learning Method
More than tutoring. A relationship with learning itself.
01 · The whole child
Every plan starts with who your child is
Their age, history, family structure, academic strengths, temperament and presenting concerns, not just their grades.
02 · Strengths first
“Strengths to support their stretches”™
Recognize that strengths far outweigh stretches, then leverage those talents in the classroom and socially.
03 · A better relationship
With class work, teachers, and learning style
Progress continues long after the sessions end.
04 · A true partner
Not a traditional instructor
Rather than teaching at your child, Dr. Snyder is a partner in their journey, and parents are on the team from day one.
Collaborative Team Approach
“We All Need A Launchpad”™
Understanding that fear can be a barrier to progress, this collaborative team approach ensures no child
feels alone in their struggles. It fosters faster growth and deepens the connection between parents and
their children.
What working together looks like
Every family’s journey is different
A few sessions
Focused guidance
A parent consultation, targeted support before a big test, or help preparing for an important school meeting.
A semester to a school year
Building momentum
Regular one-on-one sessions building study skills, time management, confidence and resilience.
Years of partnership
A trusted teammate
Some students have worked with Dr. Snyder for five, seven, even eight years.
Where we can meet
In person or online, wherever works for your family
Beverly Hills & Greater Los Angeles
In-person sessions at 300 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 312, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, and throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (California, Pacific Time)
Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Kansas, Central Time)
Meet Dr. Snyder
25+ years supporting unique
minds
“I encourage both parents and children to recognize that their strengths far outweigh their stretches. By identifying these inherent talents, we can leverage them to navigate challenges effectively, whether in the classroom or in social settings.”
New Small-Group Program
Introducing "Relational Boot Camp"
A new program for high-functioning ASD. Dr. Snyder has created a protocol that takes her one-on-one techniques into a small group setting, so participants gain the skills they need to improve social interactions while boosting their own sense of identity.
Dr. Snyder is an SDP vendor, and boot camps may be covered through the Self-Determination Program.
[Please confirm "Relational Boot Camp" as the final program name]
How the 4-week program works
Week 1
Two 90-minute group meetings
Week 2
One 90-minute group meeting and a 90-minute parent meeting
Week 3
One-on-one sessions for all members
Week 4
Two 90-minute group meetings
What families say
Trusted by parents and students alike"
"Leslie was a super star in every aspect: she gave us practical tools to work with our son at home and also served as a productive and collaborative advisor in our communication with the school. We are incredibly grateful for her expertise, compassion, and commitment to our family. We cannot thank her enough!"
Parent, parenting work
"I worked with Dr. Snyder for seven or eight years, and that experience truly changed the course of my life. I had always struggled with ADHD, reading, and studying. Through our one-on-one sessions, I developed strong time management, writing, and study skills that I continue to rely on today. More importantly, I gained a sense of self confidence that I don't think I would have achieved without her support."
University student, long-term client
"Dr. Snyder has been working with all three of our twice exceptional children for five and a half years. All three are unique individuals with their own strengths and stretches. Dr. Snyder has unearthed their capabilities and has taught invaluable strategies to help them succeed in school and life. She also has an infectious laugh!"
Parent of three 2E children
From Dr. Snyder
Insights for parents and families
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Parenting
Parenting to Your Strengths
Insights from Dr. Snyder's upcoming book on raising children through a strengths-and-stretches perspective.
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Executive Functioning
Helping Your Child Build Executive Functioning Skills
Practical, everyday strategies for planning, focus and follow-through that grow with your child.
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Giftedness & 2E
When a Bright Child Also Struggles
Insights from Dr. Snyder's upcoming book on raising children through a strengths-and-stretches perspective.
Placeholder articles. These will be replaced with Dr. Snyder's own posts once the blog is live.
From Dr. Snyder
Insights for parents and families
Parenting
Parenting to Your Strengths
Insights from Dr. Snyder's upcoming book on raising children through a strengths-and-stretches perspective.
Executive Functioning
Helping Your Child Build Executive Functioning Skills
Practical, everyday strategies for planning, focus and follow-through that grow with your child.
Giftedness & 2E
When a Bright Child Also Struggles
Insights from Dr. Snyder's upcoming book on raising children through a strengths-and-stretches perspective.
Common questions
Answers For Concerned Parents
What kinds of challenges do you help with?
Dr. Snyder is a licensed clinical psychologist who helps children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, OCD, social anxiety, giftedness, 2E, ADHD, executive functioning, high-functioning ASD, non-verbal learning disabilities, test anxiety, and challenges like online addiction and social media overuse. She also supports parents directly.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes. In person, Dr. Snyder sees families in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles area. Via telehealth, she works with families throughout California, and nationwide through PSYPACT, the interstate psychology compact. She is also licensed in Kansas.
How can Dr. Snyder see families in other states?
Dr. Snyder is licensed in California (PSY24720) and Kansas (LP03529), and she provides telehealth across state lines through the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT). Her California clients are seen under her California license, and families in participating states elsewhere are seen through PSYPACT.
How long do families usually work with you?
It varies. Some come for a few focused sessions or a parent consultation. Many work together for a semester or a school year. And some families stay for years; young people have worked with Dr. Snyder for five, seven, even eight years.
Do you accept insurance?
Dr. Snyder does not accept insurance in California. In Kansas, Aetna insurance is accepted. She is also an SDP vendor, and group boot camps may be covered through the Self-Determination Program.
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Schedule Your Complimentary Consultation
You do not need to have it all figured out. Share what is going on, and together we will find the right way forward for your child and your family.
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