About Leonie

Leonie graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary with a master's in biblical counseling; equipping Leonie with a distinct ability to combine tried and tested psychological tools with sound biblical principles and teaching; with the understanding that all wisdom is ultimately from God (Prob 2:6), and real and lasting change happens through the grace of God; as without God one can do nothing (John 15:5). 

As well as providing individual counseling, Leonie also works within a psychiatric hospital, equipping her with the knowledge, background and expertise to work with more acute symptoms and cases such as suicidal ideation, bipolar episodes and psychosis.

Leonie specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is based on the notion that the battle with depression and related disorders ultimately is won in the mind first, concurrent with the biblical understanding that one is transformed by the renewing of the mind (Rom 12:2). CBT has been shown to be effective with most symptoms, conditions and diagnoses. 

Leonie is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), a specialist type of therapy for the treatment of trauma and the subsequent effects thereof, such as PTSD.

Leonie’s background in pharmacy allows her to assist clients in gaining greater insight into how their medications work and benefits to their use.