Dr. Leda Kaveh

Dr. Leda Kaveh is a licensed clinical psychologist, entrepreneur, and the founder and director of Washington Psychological Wellness, an award-winning mental health practice serving Montgomery County, Maryland and the greater DMV area. She is also the founder of Washington Insight Solutions, a practice specializing in comprehensive psychological assessment and wellness services. Her work has been recognized through multiple community awards, and she has been featured in media outlets for her expertise in mental health and wellness.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree summa cum laude with honors from the University of Maryland, College Park, and received her Master’s and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from The American School of Professional Psychology in Washington, DC.

Dr. Kaveh’s path into this work has always been rooted in a genuine desire to help people feel understood and supported, especially during times when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or heavy. She began her career as a Victim’s Advocate at Prince George’s County Hospital’s Sexual Assault Center and as a Crisis Counselor with the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), where she supported individuals navigating trauma and complex systems.

Her doctoral training included Children’s National Medical Center, where she conducted neuropsychological assessments and contributed to research on concussion-related injuries and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). She has also worked within the DC Public School System and American University’s Counseling Center, providing both short- and long-term therapy using cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and integrative approaches. Dr. Kaveh is trained in EMDR through The Trauma and Child Trauma Institute and in the Gottman Method for couples therapy. She completed her residency and postdoctoral fellowship at a large, trusted community-based clinic, where she continued her work in individual, couples, and family therapy, as well as psychological assessment.

As both a clinician and a practice owner, Dr. Kaveh is deeply committed to creating a space where clients feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. She understands that starting therapy can feel vulnerable and prioritizes building a strong, genuine connection with each person she works with. She has built Washington Psychological Wellness into a trusted, well-respected practice known for both clinical excellence and a warm, personalized approach to care, supported by a carefully selected team of dedicated clinicians who share a commitment to thoughtful, high-quality, and personalized care. She is also passionate about mentoring and supervising clinicians, supporting their growth and helping to maintain a high standard of care across her team.

Dr. Kaveh takes an integrative and holistic approach, tailoring treatment to each individual’s unique needs, background, and goals. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She values authenticity, cultural responsiveness, and meaningful human connection, and works to create an environment where clients feel safe to be themselves, explore their experiences, and move toward lasting change, greater clarity, and more fulfilling relationships.