Meet Dr. Snyder
A psychologist, an
educator, and a
parent, all in one.
For more than 25 years, Dr. Leslie Snyder has helped children, teens and their parents turn struggle into confidence. Her rare combination of experience means she sees your child from every angle, and builds a plan that fits who they truly are.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
PhD, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
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
Her story
Why families come to me
"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."
When parents reach out to me, it is often because they have already tried so much. They have consulted
mental health professionals, educators and other parents, yet many of the strategies they were given have led to
more frustration, and more worry. Most of them come to me with three hopes that feel almost universal.
What makes my perspective different
One professional. Three perspectives.
Most providers see your child through a single lens. I bring three, and that is what
allows me to understand the whole picture.
The Clinician
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I specialize in the emotional lives of children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, OCD, social anxiety, giftedness, and high-functioning ASD, as well as supporting their families.
The Educator
A Longtime Educator & Educational Therapist
I understand how young people learn. Through advanced educational therapy and executive functioning support, I help students improve their relationship with their class work, their teachers, and their own learning style.
The Parent
A Parent Who Understands
When you trust someone with the care of your child, you want them to be competent, compassionate and caring. As a parent myself, I bring all three to every family I work with.
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
Credentials & background
Experience You Can Trust
My work is grounded in the "Strengths to support their stretches"™ philosophy, a customized blend of learning theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive restructuring, always centered on your child as a whole person.
PhD, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, California (PSY24720)
Licensed Psychologist, Kansas (LP03529)
Nationwide telehealth through PSYPACT
25+ years supporting children, teens and families
Specialties: anxiety, depression, OCD, giftedness, 2E, ADHD, executive functioning, high-functioning ASD
SDP vendor, Self-Determination Program
Let's begin
I Always Welcome Your Questions
You do not need to have it all figured out. Reach out, share what is going on, and
together we will find the right way forward for your child and your family.