About
Harbour
[Har-bur]
(n.) A place on the coast where ships may anchor in shelter. A place of protection from rough waters.
The Commitment
At Harbour Wellbeing, I offer a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where children, parents and individuals can feel genuinely heard and understood.
Working with children and young people (age 8 - 25) is my specialist area. I am passionate about helping young people understand their emotions, build resilience and feel secure in who they are. Alongside this, I work closely with parents, because a child’s emotional world does not exist in isolation.
I believe that when parents are supported to understand and regulate themselves, it creates the safety and steadiness children need to thrive. Exploring your own core beliefs, values and emotional patterns helps you recognise what may be shaping your responses at home. From there, we can build stronger foundations - not just for you, but for your whole family.
My core message is simple: when one person invests in their own healing, the ripple effect reaches far beyond them. Calmer homes. Stronger relationships. More secure children. A more connected family life.
Guided by compassion, evidence-based practice and genuine lived experience, I work collaboratively every step of the way. Whether I am supporting your child, you as a parent, or you as an individual, my aim is to help you put down what you’ve been carrying, feel lighter, and move forward in alignment with who you truly are - strengthening home life from the inside out.
The Therapist
Hello, my name is Leanne and I am the Founder of Harbour Wellbeing.
I am a registered Mental Health Nurse, as well as a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and I have over 10 years of experience working within child and family mental health and wellbeing.
My passion for this work comes from both extensive professional training, and personal lived experience.
I have seen first-hand the powerful impact that compassionate, effective support can have. I have also witnessed significant gaps in care throughout my professional journey - times when individuals and families were left without the understanding and continuity they deserved. That never sat comfortably with me.
Harbour Wellbeing was created from that place. A genuine, strong belief in the value of meaningful, tailored support, and a commitment to strengthening the care available to children, parents and families at the times where they are feeling most vulnerable.
I truly believe in creating space to take care of your own mental health and wellbeing. When we do this, we not only grow as individuals, but also strengthen the relationships and networks around us.
I have a long history of working with children, teens, and young adults, as well as parents, and I’ve found that my relaxed, no-pressure approach really complements this work.
I absolutely love supporting people as they navigate life’s challenges, and since having my own children, my passion has also extended to supporting maternal mental health and wellbeing.
I firmly believe that to best support your children, you need to look after and strengthen your own wellbeing too - role modelling at it's finest.
Services
Individual Therapy
50 minute sessions
In-person or online
Suitable for all ages
Perfect for:
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General wellbeing
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Building self-awareness
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Developing coping strategies
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Making complex feelings easier to understand and discuss
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Normalising emotions
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Improving ability to communicate feelings
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Goal setting
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Problem solving
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Supporting mindfulness
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
50 minute sessions
To be held weekly (minimum - every other week)
Minimum of 6 sessions recommended
In-person or online
Suitable for all ages.
Perfect for:
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Mood disorders (Depression, Low Mood)
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Anxiety disorders (Generalised Anxiety, Panic, Social, Separation)
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Specific phobias
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Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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PTSD (single trauma)
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Stress
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ADHD
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Connecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
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Identifying unhelpful thought patterns
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Learning strategies to manage distress and re-frame thinking
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Promoting independence
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Improving communication
Emotional Regulation
Using The Zones of Regulation format
A block of 5, 50 minute sessions
In-person or online
Suitable for all ages
Perfect for:
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Teaching emotional awareness
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Building self-regulation strategies
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Understanding the difference in emotions
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Encouraging problem-solving
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Supporting social-emotional learning
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Reducing behaviour challenges
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Increasing independence
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Improving social skills
Guided Meditation
30 minute sessions
Online
Individual or Group
Suitable for all ages
Perfect for:
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Reducing stress and anxiety
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Improving emotional regulation
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Enhancing mindfulness
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Improving attention and focus
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Promoting self-compassion –
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Assisting sleep and relaxation
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Complementing CBT or other therapies
Client Testimonials
Discover how Harbour Wellbeing has positively influenced the lives of our clients through their own words...
"I found Leanne to be very professional and extremely personable...I felt we built a great relationship and this encouraged me to be open and honest and engage fully."
"I was worried that the experience would put me off therapy but you made me feel so comfortable with such a friendly manner. You really have made a big difference in my life."
"I have been working with Leanne for 8 weeks now and I have found her help invaluable. She has provided a safe space to share openly and honestly without the fear of judgement whilst simultaneously providing an environment with positive suggestions and ways to improve not only my mental health but also my relationships and interactions."
Get In Touch
Please do reach out if you have any questions, or alternatively you can self-refer using the link below.
