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Leon Psychology Clinic / Clinique de psychologie Leon

Providing virtual bilingual psychology services to children, adolescents & parents living in On & Qc Dr. Leon a M.A. – Ph.D.

Leon Psychology Clinic is a province-wide virtual psychology service for Quebec and Ontario residents. Leon Psychology Clinic is dedicated to offering expert, high quality and evidence-based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and their parents. Leon Psychology Clinic specializes in addressing cognitive, emotional, and behavioural concerns related to developmental issues (including ADHD and learning disorders) as well as medical conditions impacting the brain (including concussions, epilepsy). Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is used to address symptoms of depressive and anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and self-esteem issues. Dr. Stephanie Leon is an experienced clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who is passionate about helping children and adolescents navigate emotional, behavioural, and cognitive difficulties as well as supporting parents in providing optimal parenting when faced with these challenges. Her clinical interests include developmental, neurological, or chronic health conditions involving the brain, mental health difficulties (such as depression, anxiety/phobias), as well as cognitive difficulties (such as attention, memory, and executive functions). in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa. In the last few years, Dr. Leon has worked as a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist at CHEO (Children’s hospital located in Ottawa) on the Chronic Pain, Infectious Diseases and Behavioural Neuroscience and Consultation Liaison teams. In addition to her virtual practice, she continues to work as a clinical neuropsychologist and clinical supervisor at CHEO. Languages: French, English

Registration: Ontario, Quebec

Location: Virtual

Areas of Expertise: neuropsychological assessment and intervention, psychodiagnostics assessment and treatment, depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, pain, ADHD, learning disorders, behavioural problems in children, adjustment to medical illness, intellectual disability, adjustment following concussion/brain injury, problems of attention and executive function, perfectionism, sleep difficulties, parental difficulties and burnout, emotional dysregulation. Therapeutic approach: Integrative approach strongly rooted in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and using elements from humanistic, emotion-focused, collaborative problem-solving, and motivational interviewing treatment modalities. Therapeutic stance: warm, informal, collaborative, based on stages of change theory

01/02/2025

Dr. Leon’s new podcast is only being shared in this month’s upcoming newsletter (you get exclusive content like this there when you’re subscribed) You’ll get to tune in to Dr. Leon speaking on Executive Functions.

Link to subscribe is in our bio - it’s a pop-up on our website!

We hope the newsletter makes a difference in your life this year 💫 Wishing you and your family a happy new year from all of us here!

12/27/2024

Executive functions encompass a set of cognitive skills that enable individuals to manage and regulate their thoughts, actions, and emotions effectively. The different types of executive functioning are:

1) Planning and Organization
2) Self-Monitoring
3) Initiation and Task Completion
4) Flexibility and Adaptation
5) Emotional Regulation

If you find yourself having the following problems in this post, you might have poor executive functioning. But hang on, because there’s always hope!

Follow for more on strategies in the upcoming days. (You can also always find our blog in the link in our bio or send me an email if you want to discuss how to manage executive functioning challenges! info@leonpsychology.ca)

12/24/2024

We got a few questions over the weekend about setting boundaries during the holidays (after our last post)! Dr. Leon shares an example of how she implements her our advice in today’s post 🙂 We hope this helps shed some light on your questions, and we’re wishing you a very happy holiday season ✨

12/20/2024

The holidays used to feel overwhelming for our family. Late nights, endless gatherings, and overtired kids made the season more stressful than joyful. But one year, we tried something different: *boundaries*.

We started by setting clear expectations: leaving events at 8 PM, saying no to extra parties, and carving out quiet family time. It wasn’t easy at first, but the difference was remarkable. The kids were happier, the meltdowns stopped, and we finally enjoyed the holidays.

If this sounds like what you need, let me know if you’ll be practicing boundary-setting this holiday season. Shoot me an email if you want to dive deeper into the concept of boundaries at home! (info@leonpsychology.ca)

12/12/2024

‘I didn’t break it!’ my child blurted out, even though the cookie jar was shattered on the floor. My first instinct is frustration—but then I pause. Why would they feel the need to lie? 🤔

Turns out, lying isn’t always about dishonesty. Sometimes, it’s about fear of punishment, wanting to impress, or simply experimenting with imagination. Understanding this changed how I reacted—and how they responded.

If you’ve ever wondered why kids lie and how to handle it, this breaks it down step-by-step. Because behind every lie, there’s a story.

Read the blog on our website for more, and unlock strategies for fostering trust and honesty in your home!

12/06/2024

When Sarah first introduced a reward chart to her 5-year-old, she thought she was doing everything right. But soon, the stickers lost their magic, and her child started asking, ‘What do I get if I do this?’ 😅 That’s when Sarah realized something was off.

Reward charts can be powerful tools for building positive habits—but only when used effectively. By focusing on effort over perfection and celebrating progress meaningfully, Sarah turned things around.

Want to know how you can do the same? For more information, take a look at the blog on our website or reach out to discuss your own parenting questions! (Email me at info@leonpsychology.ca)

11/20/2024

There are days when I wish I could sit down with every parent who’s feeling overwhelmed and offer them a quick bit of encouragement. That’s why I started recording my blogs—so I can share insights and tips you can listen to on the go!

I talk about topics from resilience to emotional growth, offering practical advice that’s grounded in psychology and experience.

🎧 Tune in to the latest episode in my monthly newsletter (you can register in my website via the link in my bio). And if you’d like to discuss your child’s specific needs, I’m here for ya—you can reach out to book a session at info@leonpsychology.ca

11/19/2024

As a mom and neuropsychologist, I know how tempting it can be to say ‘Because I said so,” — but I’ve found that children learn best when they understand the reasons behind rules and boundaries.

In my work, I encourage parents to set expectations in a way that empowers kids to respect and appreciate limits. It’s a way to raise thoughtful, independent thinkers who understand consequences.

When my kids were young, I’d also sometimes catch myself saying things like ‘Wear your jacket’ without an explanation. But I learned that explaining the natural consequence—‘If you’re cold, you won’t enjoy your time outside’—helped them understand and remember. It’s a simple shift that makes a big difference in building independence and resilience.

For more examples like this, take a look at my blog or reach out to discuss your own parenting questions & work together toward pratical, fair and well defined boundaries with your kids! (Email me at info@leonpsychology.ca)

11/14/2024

I’ve often watched my own kids struggle with a challenge, like figuring out a puzzle, and it’s tempting to step in and solve it for them. But resilience isn’t built by easy successes—it grows through the effort and determination we encourage in our children.

I love working with parents to develop resilience in their kids by focusing on boundaries, problem-solving, and praise for their hard work, not just the outcome. It’s incredibly rewarding to see families transform through these small but powerful changes.

If you’d like to explore how this approach could work for your family, read the full blog or book a session to chat with me (link in bio)!

11/16/2023

Take some time today for a self-check. Ask yourself the following questions:
-How am I feeling?
-Have I been neglected some aspect of my wellbeing?
-Do I have needs that are not being fufilled?
Then, make a concrete plan for a small step to remedy this. This can be the hardest part; finding extra time in your busy schedule, but it is possible and necessary.

11/13/2023

I had the incredible chance to take a class with Dr. Sue Johnson during my doctoral training. It was one of the most influencial on my personal life. Love your work Dr. !!

10/23/2023

Another statistic highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health difficulties early!

Address

Gatineau, QC

Opening Hours

9am - 3pm

Telephone

+18192007718

Website

http://www.leonpsychology.ca/

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