Clarity Before Treatment
Assessment-informed psychological care for adolescents and adults available virtually in 40+ states through PsyPact.
Not sure if you need therapy, assessment, or something else entirely? You're not alone. The Mending Place begins with understanding so you can move forward with a clear roadmap, not guesswork.
When You're Accomplished... But Something Isn't Working.
You've built a life that looks successful from the outside. But lately, something feels off. Maybe it's persistent exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. A sense that you're working harder than everyone else just to keep up. Questions about whether what you're experiencing has a name.
You might be wondering about ADHD, autism, mood concerns or you might have no idea where to start. That uncertainty is exactly why every client begins with Roadmap Services: a thorough intake process that helps us understand your situation and build a personalized plan for your care.
Assessment-Informed Care
Most practices start with a service and hope it fits. We start with understanding.
Assessment-informed care means taking the time to genuinely understand what's going on before recommending a path forward. That's why every client begins with Roadmap Services—a comprehensive intake that includes a clinical interview, wellness measures, and psychological screeners. This process gives us the information we need to build a care plan tailored to you.
Sometimes that leads to therapy. Sometimes it leads to psychological assessment. Sometimes it means a referral to a specialist better suited to your needs. The point isn't to funnel everyone into the same service—it's to ensure you get the right care from the start.
For Clients
The right kind of help depends on what you're actually dealing with. Every client begins with Roadmap Services to ensure we understand your situation before recommending a path forward.
Through PsyPact certification, services are available virtually to clients in over 40 states.
For Mental Health Professionals
You're building a clinical career and you want supervision that challenges you to grow, not just checks a box. Whether you're working toward licensure or expanding your scope of practice, you're looking for mentorship grounded in ethics, cultural responsiveness, and psychological assessment.
Dr. Leann V. Smith, PhD
Licensed Psychologist (#38882) | Texas
Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT)
Dr. Leann V. Smith is a licensed psychologist in Texas with expertise in psychological assessment, therapy, and clinical supervision. She founded The Mending Place to offer the kind of care she believes everyone deserves: thorough, thoughtful, and tailored to the individual.
Her approach is rooted in the belief that good care starts with good understanding. Rather than defaulting to a single treatment model, she uses comprehensive assessment to clarify what's actually happening—then builds a path forward based on that clarity.