Dr. Leila Kahnami is a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice, pursuing registration in the areas of Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology. She is currently completing her supervised practice across Red Oak Centre and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, where she works with children, adolescents, and their caregivers. She provides psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents with a range of learning, attention, developmental, emotional, and cognitive concerns. She also provides therapy to children and adolescents experiencing emotional challenges and works with parents to support their children’s psychological needs.
Treatment Philosophy
Leila’s practice is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and relational frameworks. She aims to foster trusting, open, and collaborative relationships with her clients and to adapt services to the client’s individual needs.
Education, Training & Experience
PhD, Clinical Developmental Psychology
York University
Master of Clinical Developmental Psychology
York University
Leila completed her training in neuropsychological assessment at the Hospital of Sick Children working with children with complex medical needs. She has previously worked at the North York General Hospital and private practice settings, providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses.
