Liyah Leonard BSc Mb Ps S
About Liyah Leonard BSc Mb Ps S
Liyah Leonard is a Structured Intervention Support Worker with a background in psychology and mental health support. She has experience working in various roles within the NHS and currently volunteers with Mind, providing support to individuals facing mental health challenges.
Current Role at Mind
Liyah Leonard serves as a Structured Intervention Support Worker at Mind, a leading mental health charity in the UK. She has held this position since 2021, providing support to individuals facing mental health challenges. Her role involves delivering structured interventions and facilitating access to mental health resources for clients in London.
Previous Experience in Mental Health Services
Prior to her current role, Liyah Leonard worked as an Honorary Assistant Psychologist in the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust for three months in 2021. She also volunteered in the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service at Berkshire NHS for 11 months in 2018, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with psychosis.
Educational Background in Psychology
Liyah Leonard completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Reading from 2016 to 2019. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Early Intervention in Psychosis from King's College London, studying from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she has A-Levels in Sociology, English Literature, and Psychology from Whitmore Sixth Form and Nower Hill Sixth Form.
Training and Qualifications
Liyah Leonard is trained in youth mental health first aid, equipping her with essential skills to support young individuals facing mental health issues. She is set to begin training as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner at University College London (UCL) in September, further enhancing her qualifications in mental health support.
Volunteer Work and Community Engagement
In addition to her professional roles, Liyah Leonard volunteers with Mind, providing one-to-one support to clients experiencing mental health difficulties. This volunteer work complements her professional experience and demonstrates her commitment to improving mental health outcomes in the community.