Annette Leija , Ph.D.
(she/her)
About Annette
I am a bilingual licensed psychologist practicing in Austin, Texas and I primarily work with children, adolescents, and their parents. I have extensive experience providing therapy services in both Spanish and English. I specialize in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), specific phobias, insomnia, and concerns related to perfectionism and stress management.
Outside of my role as a psychologist, I enjoy spending time exploring Austin with my husband and my dog Milo. I also have a passion for dance and especially enjoy salsa dancing.
Dr. Leija is currently accepting new clients
I place a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship.
I am warm and compassionate and known for my gentle approach to therapy, which ensures a safe and collaborative therapeutic environment. I use a culturally sensitive approach to therapy and work with clients to modify interventions to best fit their individual needs. I value evidence-based treatments such as exposure and response prevention, motivational interviewing, and parent management training. I believe in collaborating across systems (i.e., family, school, and health) to ensure clients receive consistent and optimal care.
If you know you'd like things to be different but don't know where to start, please reach out to schedule a consultation.
Common Treatment Concerns
General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Specific Phobias
Issues related to perfectionism
Stress Management
Insomnia
