Meet the Team - Anita

Anita Leckie - Senior Psychologist

Anita Leckie is a Senior Psychologist with over 14 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex behaviors across all age groups. Since joining the practice in early 2024, Anita has brought her unique expertise and passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults. Her career began in child-focused settings, including Out of Home and Residential Care, where she developed her creative, play-based therapeutic approach and delivered training on Reparative Parenting, 123 Magic, and Rage.

Anita’s specialties include anxiety, depression, and trauma treatment, along with parent-child dynamics. Utilizing evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), she provides tailored care that is both empathic and nonjudgmental.

Anita believes in holding a safe, judgment-free space for all her clients, allowing for genuine, reflective listening and individualized support. Her client-centred approach is rooted in empathy, ensuring clients feel secure and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

Anita’s primary motivation is to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. She stays current in her field by engaging in ongoing training, webinars, and journal review, continuously refining her approach to ensure the highest level of care.

Anita’s passion for mindfulness and gardening enriches her practice, helping her stay grounded and connected to nature. These hobbies support her self-care and offer practical insights into mindfulness strategies she shares with clients.
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Fun Fact
Anita loves to garden and finds it a wonderful way to relax and connect with nature, often sharing her love of grounding strategies and mindfulness with clients to enhance their own self-care.