She earned her B.A. in Psychology and Criminology from the University of Miami, graduating on the Dean’s List for her academic excellence. She has built a strong foundation in mental health services, starting as a clinical intern in both in-patient and outpatient substance abuse and mental health rehabilitation centers, later transitioning into group therapy facilitation, case management, and designing post-rehab goal-setting programs that help individuals build meaningful lives in recovery. Through this work, she saw the necessity of self-care approaches, such as exercise, nutrition and mind-body practices, in treating mental health and promoting mental well-being. Since joining the JWB in 2021, she has been an integral part of the team driving the mission to change the way the world treats mental health.

Leah has also volunteered with organizations such as The Home Team, supporting at-risk youth through mentorship, Jumpstart Miami, which promotes early childhood education, and various substance abuse centers that offered AA treatment.

Through Leah’s work and volunteer experiences, she has seen the necessity of self-care approaches to mental well-being. Leah is grateful to take part in working towards the mission of the John W. Brick Foundation to change the way the world treats mental health.