“Hey there,
I’m Leanne.
It’s likely we’re going to be
working closely together, so
it’s important you get to know
who I am and how I tick.”
“I value individuality – having the strength to truly be yourself in a world where everyone else is just trying
to fit in.”
So, it makes sense that I deliver therapy in a way that no one else does. I don’t just help women ‘talk it out’ – I help them take action and resolve it.
My clients tell me my therapy isn’t like anything they’ve ever experienced before. Many say I don’t miss a trick. I pick up on patterns, challenge them, and guide them toward breakthroughs they didn’t even realise they needed.
Alongside my direct, no-nonsense approach, I’m also compassionate, warm, and highly intuitive – with a brilliant sense of humour. I’ve worked with women from all walks of life from across the globe, and I’ve always found my down-to-earth approach creates the deep rapport needed for real trust to develop.
“As an LGBTQ+ woman, I believe we experience the world differently from heteronormative women. Our struggles are unique. That’s why my work is different from traditional therapy.”
I use an integrated, psychodynamic approach designed to create real change, focusing on how my clients are contributing to their own problematic patterns. Through deep self-awareness and personalised strategies, I help them break free from these cycles. My personal standards are high. I’m known for being meticulous and action-oriented, leaving no stone unturned.
My clients don’t just sit through sessions – they walk away with personalised toolkits, a roadmap for change, and ongoing direct support. I don’t do surface-level therapy
– I roll my sleeves up and get stuck in, just as much as my clients do.
“When you work with me,
your goals become my goals.”
My ability to read people exceptionally well comes from my own experiences as a gay woman – years of environmental scanning for safety sharpened my emotional intelligence. Most of the women who work with me have developed this skill too. It’s only a matter of time before they realise their difference isn’t a weakness – it’s their greatest strength.
Braver Women isn’t just one-to-one therapy – it’s a global movement – a family of LGBTQ+ Women coming together to lift the lid on shame, to connect, and learn to be confident and proud of who they are.
When I’m not in my therapy practice, I’m usually found surfing or exploring the stunning coastline of the Southwest UK with my beloved Patterdale Terrier, Bodhi.
About You
Braver Women isn’t for everyone.
That's what makes it work
If you’ve landed here, chances are you’ve already put effort into understanding yourself. You’ve tried therapy, coaching, maybe even convinced people around you that you’re doing well. But if you’re honest, it still feels like you’re circling the same emotional blocks. The same fears. The same patterns that leave you second-guessing yourself or shrinking in moments that matter.
You might be someone who others describe as capable, maybe even strong. But under that surface, there’s tension. Old habits. A voice in your head you can’t quite quiet. And a deeper part of you that knows you want more than insight. You want change that actually sticks.
That’s the kind of work I do.
It’s not about having one conversation a week and hoping something lands. This is structured, active, and consistent. It’s designed to work in the real world – in your relationships, your nervous system, your decisions. You’ll be supported daily – not left to figure it out alone – with personal feedback that helps you shift patterns as they show up. No waiting until next week’s session. No guessing.
The women I work with aren’t looking for quick fixes. They’re ready to do the deeper work. Sometimes scared, yes – but serious. They know this is the moment to finally stop just getting by, and start living in a way that feels aligned, grounded, and steady.
If that’s you, you’ll feel it. If it’s not, that’s okay too.
This work suits those who
- Want structure, tools, and honest feedback
- Are open to being challenged and supported in equal meausure
- Are ready to stop performing resilience, and start building it properly
It’s probably not for you if:
- You want something light, optional, or purely reflective
- You’re not ready to apply anything between sessions
- You’re hoping to change without any disruption
Many LGBTQ+ women have spent their lives adapting – keeping things in, toning themselves down, managing other people’s comfort.
That way of living can feel like second nature. But it isn’t who you are. And it doesn’t have to keep running the show.
Change doesn’t begin with a breakthrough. It begins with consistency, structure, and the right kind of support. That’s what this work is built around.
You don’t have to be ready.
You just have to be willing to take the first step.
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