Cynthia Ruth Leach is a highly experienced licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who graduated from the Smith College School for Social Work in 1991. With over twenty-five years of dedicated practice in clinical social work, she has garnered extensive training in various settings, including inpatient psychiatric facilities such as Yale and outpatient child guidance clinics, alongside nineteen years of work as a school social worker. Cynthia specializes in working with adolescents, adults, and couples, employing mindfulness-based stress reduction and supportive psychotherapy to aid individuals facing trauma, anxiety, and depression. Her expertise is enriched by her certification in yoga, allowing her to bring a unique approach to calming individuals' central nervous systems. Through techniques such as breath work, guided imagery, and cognitive behavioral therapy, Cynthia equips individuals with effective strategies for managing their lives. Notably, her warm personality, sense of humor, and commitment to creating a safe and comfortable atmosphere differentiate her practice, helping clients feel at ease from the moment they begin their journey with her.