Leah Gozhansky
M.A Psychological Counseling, M.Ed. Education, Certified Nature Informed Therapist
Leah is a School Counselor and Certified Nature-Informed Therapist who spent fifteen years working at Ardsley High School and Bard High School Early College in Manhattan. She taught elementary school through Teach for America. Her extensive experience working in schools is complemented by her work in a psychiatric hospital and substance abuse clinic. She currently works as a life coach to help people optimize their potential and reach their goals. She also works with high school students on their personal statements for college applications.
Leah earned her Masters degrees in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and a Masters of Education through National Louis University, and a BA in Psychology from UVM. Leah is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Step A) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and has received foundational training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She is certified in child and adolescent yoga.
Leah believes deeply in the mental health benefits of nature connection. She brings a wealth of experience in social-emotional learning, counseling, mindfulness, meditation, reflection, validation, group dynamics, and interpersonal relationships to foster a strong sense of self and a deeper connection to our community and the world around us.