Michael Leonard

Professional experience

Michael is a counsellor with 15 years’ experience in coaching and counselling within private practice. Employing an accepting and collaborative approach when supporting clients, Michael effectively addresses a range of psychological challenges.

Michael’s clinical interests span a wide spectrum, including depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment issues, work-related concerns, self-worth, anger management, substance-related challenges, grief and loss and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Tailoring his interventions to meet the needs of his clients, Michael supports adolescents, adults, couples and groups, showcasing his versatility and commitment to providing comprehensive support across various contexts.

With his wealth of experience in corporate support, management assistance and onsite services, Michael is a Trainer with Access Psych, delivering a range of workplace training to support mentally healthy workplaces.

Interests

• Cycling
• Motorcycling
• Spending time outdoors
• Hiking

What Michael loves about working in mental health

“I enjoy seeing my clients transition from discomfort to finding peace, acceptance and positiveness in their life, which impacts all around them.”