Dr. Hunter Leckonby, PsyD

Hi there. I’m Dr. Hunter Leckonby :)

Neuropsychological Evaluations 

I believe the most meaningful evaluations do more than answer diagnostic questions—they help people better understand and accept their true selves. My goal during testing is to provide validation and increase understanding of each person’s unique experiences as I recognize that people are more than just a collection of symptoms or test scores. No two people are alike in this world and there is no shame in feeling as though your brain works differently from those around you. 

I approach each assessment as a unique opportunity to identify my client’s strengths and challenges in all areas of life, including cognitive, social, and emotional functioning. My belief is that individual differences in neurodivergence are part of the diversity of the human experience. They are not deficits that need to be “fixed,” but qualities that allow us to see and interact with the world in our own way.

I have particular expertise in evaluating women and children with ADHD, autism, and other forms of high-masking or high-functioning neurodivergence. As a woman with ADHD, I have personal experience with these types of presentations that are often overlooked or misidentified because they do not fit traditional stereotypes. Whether you are seeking answers for yourself or your child, I would like to work with you to provide clarity, validation, and practical recommendations that empower you to move forward with greater confidence, self-understanding, and access to the supports that foster long-term success and well-being.

Education and Training

My work is shaped by both my clinical training and my personal journey. I earned my doctoral and master’s degrees from La Salle University, an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited institution, and as someone living with ADHD who has navigated various forms of anxiety and depression, I deeply understand how overwhelming and isolating it can feel to manage so much beneath the surface while trying to keep up on the outside.

I know what it’s like to feel drained, misunderstood, or like you're constantly trying to meet expectations that don’t match how your brain or emotions work. That personal understanding helps me connect with clients in a grounded, compassionate, and nonjudgmental way. To me, therapy should feel like a collaborative space, where you're not being “fixed,” but supported in uncovering what works for you.

Philosophy

I approach therapy as a space where your full self is welcome—messy parts included. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy can be a place to slow down, get clear, and build tools that truly fit you. I’m not here to “correct” you. I’m here to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and develop tools that work for you, not against you.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in affirming care with a strengths-based perspective —whether that means helping you embrace your neurodivergent identity, build systems that actually work for your brain, explore gender or sexual identity in a safe space, or untangle patterns shaped by family, culture, or societal expectations. 

I believe every person holds inherent worth and unique strengths. My role is to support you in uncovering your own resilience, discovering what works for your mind and heart, and creating a path toward greater well-being on your terms. Healing is not about “fixing” something broken but about embracing your whole self and nurturing growth that feels authentic and sustainable.

I integrate evidence-based strategies from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and executive functioning coaching, woven with trauma-informed and culturally responsive care. Whether you’re struggling to get through the day or seeking to better understand yourself, therapy with me offers a space to reconnect with your values, your authentic voice, and your inherent capacity to grow and thrive.

Specialty Areas

therapy for Neurodivergence, ADHD, Autism Spectrum, & Twice-exceptional

I work with neurodivergent adults and teens—including those diagnosed later in life or who’ve learned to mask in order to get by. If you’ve ever felt like you’re navigating a world that wasn’t built with your brain in mind, you’re not alone. I’m here to support you in finding strategies and spaces that honor how you think and experience life, helping you thrive on your own terms.

Neuropsychological Assessments for Women with ADHD, Autism, and Other Forms of Neurodivergence

I provide compassionate, comprehensive evaluations for women seeking a deeper understanding of neurodivergent experiences, including ADHD, autism, learning differences such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, giftedness and twice-exceptionality, and other differences in attention, executive functioning, sensory processing, and communication. Women often develop sophisticated strategies to mask or compensate for challenges, which can make their experiences difficult to recognize within traditional diagnostic frameworks. My goal is to help you better understand your unique experiences, strengths, and challenges through a thoughtful, individualized evaluation that offers clarity, validation, and greater self-understanding.

Neuropsychological Assessment for ADHD, Autism, and Neurodivergence with Children and Adolescents

I specialize in strengths-based evaluations for children and adolescents that assess a wide range of learning, executive functioning, attention, and emotional needs. I tailor my assessments to each child in order to identify how they think, learn, and experience the world. My goal is to provide meaningful insights and practical, individualized recommendations that help children thrive at home, at school, and in everyday life.

Anxiety, Depression, Burnout & Executive Functioning

If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, burnout, or struggles with focus, motivation, or follow-through, you’re not alone. These challenges can make even the simplest parts of daily life feel overwhelming. In our work together, we’ll build practical tools and deepen your self-understanding—so you can move through life with more clarity, ease, and a sense of balance that actually fits who you are.

Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Perinatal Mental Health + New Parent Support

The journey into parenthood looks different for everyone, and there is no "right" way to experience pregnancy or the postpartum period. I support expectant and new parents of all genders who are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenthood and may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, identity changes, birth trauma, or challenges adjusting to new roles and routines. As a new parent myself, my goal is to help you feel safe and understood while developing practical tools to care for yourself and your new addition.

Anxiety, Depression, Burnout & Executive Functioning

If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, burnout, or struggles with focus, motivation, or follow-through, you’re not alone. These challenges can make even the simplest parts of daily life feel overwhelming. In our work together, we’ll build practical tools and deepen your self-understanding—so you can move through life with more clarity, ease, and a sense of balance that actually fits who you are.

ADHD Executive Function Skills Program

I offer a structured, short-term (8-12 sessions), evidence-based therapy program for adults with ADHD using the Mastering Your Adult ADHD cognitive behavioral treatment program. The program focuses on three core areas: 

1. Developing practical organization and planning skills

2. Reducing distractibility and improving follow-through

3. Building thinking patterns to manage self-criticism, frustration, and other emotional challenges that often accompany ADHD

My approach emphasizes self-awareness, compassion, and confidence over masking or striving for perfection. We will work together to develop practical skills in organization, planning, time management, task initiation, and emotional regulation while creating sustainable systems that work with your brain, not against it.

Certifications & Professional Distinctions

National Register of Health Service Psychologists

Additional Areas of Expertise

Academic Stress and Pressure
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Adjustment to Disability
Adolescence
Anxiety
Anger Management
Attention Problems
Chronic Pain
Discovering Your Identity
Distress Tolerance
Emotion Regulation
Generalized Anxiety
General Stress of Being Human
Grief and Loss
Identity
LGBTQ+
Life Stress
Life Transitions
Living with a Chronic Illness
Low Self Esteem
Mid-Life Crisis
Neuropsychological Assessment
Neuroaffirming Therapy
Obsessive-Compulsive Tendencies
Perfectionism
Personal Growth
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Relationship and Communication Difficulties
Self-Care
Self-Criticism
Self-Esteem
Sensitivity
Social Anxiety
Stress Management
Trauma
Quarter-Life Crisis
Young Adults

more ABOUT ME

Hobbies + what I like to do for fun!

Outside of the office, I enjoy walking my dog, exercising, painting, reading, eating great food, and going to museums.

why I became a psychologist..

I have a genuine desire to help individuals overcome challenges, improve their mental well-being, and lead more fulfilling lives. Another part of my motivation to become a psychologist was to help promote cultural awareness, social justice, and inclusivity in mental health care. :)

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