Hello, and welcome! I’m Dr. Michael Leptic, a mental health professional, professor, researcher, and life coach. I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology with honors specializing in addictions from National University (formerly Northcentral), a Master of Arts in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. With over 24 years of experience, I’ve managed various employee facets, including behavioral health and education roles. I’m also a Registered Psychology Associate through the Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists and the District of Columbia Department of Health.

I am employed full-time as a professor of psychology, teaching various courses, including Abnormal Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Foundations of Addiction, Research Methods, and Research Statistics. I firmly believe that education, whether in traditional or non-traditional forms, is crucial for our society. We should provide educational opportunities to those seeking intellectual advancement.

My clinical experience as a crisis clinician and licensed psychology associate in Maryland and Washington, DC, centered around working with patients facing mental health and addiction-related challenges, including those with dual diagnoses. My role involved provided psychotherapy and helped them stabilize from mental health crises and connecting them with community-based resources for sustained long-term support.  

I am eager to continue my work in higher education to assist individuals who aspire to pursue a career in clinical psychology.