Dr. Nadya Leavitt is a Licensed Therapist and the Founder and CEO of Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, a practice dedicated to making high-quality therapy accessible to a diverse community. With a background that spans medicine, research, and psychotherapy, she brings a depth of expertise that sets her apart in the field.

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She began her career in Russia, earning an MD from Moscow State University with an emphasis in Mental Health and Psychiatry. There, she gained clinical experience and participated in research in both psychiatry and chemistry. After moving to the U.S., she shifted her focus to psychotherapy, earning a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Now, as a Licensed Therapist in California, she specializes in trauma therapy, helping adults navigate the effects of past experiences on their mental and physical well-being.

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Clinical Specialties

Dr. Nadya specializes in trauma therapy, working with adults in individual sessions. She is highly experienced in EMDR and works with clients navigating the effects of childhood trauma, dysfunctional family dynamics, parent-child conflicts, toxic relationships, and various forms of abuse. In addition to trauma, she has a particular focus on the intersection of mental and physical health, helping individuals struggling with chronic illnesses and physical symptoms linked to trauma and stress.

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A Community-Focused Approach

As a therapist and business owner, Dr. Nadya is committed to breaking barriers in mental health care. She has built a practice that not only delivers high-quality therapy but does so in a way that is financially accessible and culturally inclusive. Being an immigrant herself, she understands the unique challenges that come with adapting to new environments and navigating mental health in different cultural contexts. Nearly half of her team also come from immigrant backgrounds, allowing the practice to provide therapy in multiple languages and meet the needs of a diverse clientele.

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Professional Involvement

Dr. Nadya is actively engaged in professional communities and collaborates with other clinics and organizations to expand access to quality mental health care. She believes that effective therapy goes beyond the individual session—it requires systemic change, innovation, and a commitment to making mental health support available to those who need it most.

Her career is a reflection of her ability to merge clinical expertise with leadership, creating a practice that prioritizes both the well-being of clients and the professional growth of therapists.