Leslie Hawkins, PsyD
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Dr. Hawkins is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychological evaluations for clients of all ages. She specializes in evaluating and assessing educational/learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), ADHD and executive functioning, and cognitive impairment, as well as psychological and neuropsychological difficulties. Dr. Hawkins has worked across multiple settings, to include military and veteran hospitals, neuropsychological and rehabilitation clinics, public schools, community health centers, and private practice. Dr. Hawkins’ priority is to provide excellent clinical care in a warm and supportive environment. She works collaboratively with clients to promote personal growth and lasting changes.
Contact MindWell today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Hawkins.
Background
EDUCATION
University of Virginia, BA in Psychology, 2006,
Norfolk State University, MA in Community/Clinical Psychology, 2008,
The Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology, PsyD in Clinical Psychology, 2010
INTERNSHIP
North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System
POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP AND EXPERIENCES
Specialization in Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder at North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System; Fort Belvoir Community Hospital; Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator, Rehabilitation Psychologist, and Training Plan Lead at Washington D.C. Veterans Affairs Medical Center; Private Practice.
LICENSE
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
MEMBERSHIP
American Psychological Association; Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists; Northern Virginia Clinical Psychologists
MORE ABOUT DR. HAWKINS
Dr. Hawkins’ training has been diverse and has led to specialization in both psychological assessment and psychotherapy. She has expertise helping children, adolescents, and their families obtain a thorough understanding of difficulties related to learning, executive functioning, and attention that are impacting their functioning at school and at home. Dr. Hawkins also has expertise conducting diagnostic evaluations with clients of all ages who may be experiencing changes in mood or behavior. She focuses on tailoring assessments so that clients can gain a thorough understanding of their strengths and weaknesses and receive helpful recommendations moving forward. Dr. Hawkins hopes to help each client and their families further develop their confidence and enhance their overall well-being.
When she is not working, Dr. Hawkins enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons and catching up with friends. Her interests include running, reading, gardening, playing games, and spending as much time outdoors as possible.
Services
- Psychoeducational testing
- Neuropsychological testing
- Comprehensive evaluations
- Emotional testing
- Admissions testing
- Individual therapy with adolescents
- Certified Provider in Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and CBT for Insomnia
Expertise
- Learning Disorders (e.g., Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Executive Functioning
- Cognitive Testing
- Cognitive Impairment and Rehabilitation following Traumatic Brain Injury
- Developmental Concerns
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Adjustment difficulties
Contact MindWell today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Hawkins.