Julia Lekner-Leslie

Julia Lekner-Leslie has extensive experience working in the field of mental health and child welfare. Julia began their career in 1996 as an Outpatient Therapist at Northwestern Human Services, where they provided therapy to children in need. In 1998, they transitioned into the role of Director of Pre-School Partial Program, overseeing the daily operations and ensuring that children received necessary therapy and support. In 2001, Julia joined the City of Philadelphia as the Director of Cross Systems Integration, where they collaborated with other systems partners to ensure that families involved with the family court system received the mental health and substance abuse services they needed.

Julia Lekner-Leslie obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Temple University, where they studied from 1986 to 1991. Julia further pursued their education in Psychology and completed a Master's degree at LaSalle University from 1993 to 1996.