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LEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.
Foster Care & Adoption Counseling in Connecticut
Foster Care & AdoptionFoster care and adoption can be transformative and life-changing experiences for children and families. However, they often come with unique emotional challenges, identity questions, and complex family dynamics that require specialized...
Neurodivergence
NeurodivergenceAt LEAP, we celebrate neurodiversity and are committed to providing compassionate, tailored support for individuals with diverse sensory processing, cognitive styles, behavior patterns, and brain functions. We understand that neurodivergent...
Men’s Mental Health
Men’s Mental HealthMental health challenges impact everyone, but men often face unique barriers to seeking support. Societal pressures around masculinity, emotional expression, and success can create obstacles that prevent men from accessing the care they need. Men...
Relationship Issues & Family Therapy
Relationship & Family TherapyHealthy relationships are the cornerstone of emotional well-being, yet even the strongest bonds can face challenges. Whether it’s communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, or shifting family dynamics, navigating relationship...
Depression
DepressionDepression affects millions of individuals across all age groups. It’s more than just feeling sad or having a bad day—it’s a persistent condition that can impact mood, energy levels, sleep, relationships, and overall quality of life. At LEAP, we understand...
Stress Management & Life Transitions
Stress & Life Transitions SupportLife is full of changes—some planned, others unexpected. While transitions can bring new opportunities, they often come with increased stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges. At LEAP, we understand how overwhelming life’s...
Heather Evangelisti, BCBA
About Heather Evangelisti, BCBALEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.Board Certified Behavior AnalystHello, my name is Heather Evangelisti, a Board Certified Behavior...
Kimberly Buckingham, Advocate
About Kimberly BuckinghamLEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.Educational AdvocateWith over 22 years of experience as a dedicated nurse, Kimberly Buckingham has built a...
Alexander Palmieri, LPC
About Alexander Palmieri, LPCLEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.Licensed Professional Counselor Hi, I’m Alex Palmieri, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor. I...
Magdalena Mlyniec, BCBA Supervisee
About Magdalena Mlyniec, BCBA SuperviseeLEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.Board Certified Behavior Analyst SuperviseeHi, I'm Magda, a second-year graduate student in...
Nicholas Vecchiarelli, LPC
About Nicholas Vecchiarelli, LPCLEAP- Lifelong Empowerment ABA & Psychotherapy provides clinical and behavioral services to the whole family using a hybrid approach.Licensed Professional CounselorNicholas Vecchiarelli, LPC has spent the last decade plus working...