Leslie Cummins
About Leslie Cummins
Leslie Cummins is a Clinical Instructor and Clinical Social Worker currently affiliated with multiple institutions, including Dowstate Medical Center and NYU Langone Medical Center.
Current Professional Role at Dowstate Medical Center
Leslie Cummins is currently serving as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at Dowstate Medical Center. She began her tenure in this role in 2018 and continues to serve in Brooklyn, NY. Her responsibilities include educating and mentoring students in clinical settings.
Editorial Role at Smith College Studies in Social Work
Since 2017, Leslie Cummins has been a member of the Editorial Board for Smith College Studies in Social Work. In this capacity, she contributes to the academic and editorial oversight of the publication, helping to maintain high standards for scholarly work.
Faculty Positions at NYU Langone Medical Center and Institute for Psychoanalytic Education
Leslie Cummins currently holds faculty positions at NYU Langone Medical Center and the Institute for Psychoanalytic Education at NYU School of Medicine. These roles involve teaching and contributing to the education of medical and psychoanalytic students, leveraging her expertise in social work and psychotherapy.
Clinical Supervisor Experience at Metropolitan Center for Mental Health
From 2012 to 2018, Leslie Cummins worked as a Clinical Supervisor at the Metropolitan Center for Mental Health. During her six-year tenure, she oversaw clinical practices, provided supervision, and guided mental health professionals in delivering effective patient care.
Education and Certification in Social Work and Psychoanalysis
Leslie Cummins holds several advanced degrees and certifications. She obtained a Certificate in Psychoanalysis from the Institute for Psychoanalytic Education affiliated with NYU School of Medicine and a Certificate in Psychotherapy from the Metropolitan Institute for Training in Psychotherapy. Additionally, she achieved her Doctor of Social Work (DSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) from NYU School of Social Work and NYU Silver School of Social Work respectively.