ABOUT DR. LEIKAM

Dr. Corrine Leikam, a licensed clinical psychologist based near Los Angeles, CA, obtained her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Her training encompassed a range of inpatient and outpatient settings, including forensic and severe mental illness facilities. Proficient in addressing various mental health issues and diverse backgrounds, she currently specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, adjustment concerns, and interpersonal difficulties. Dr. Leikam's therapeutic approach is collaborative, warm, and authentic, centered on empowering clients to achieve their personal goals and enhance their mental well-being. She adopts a holistic perspective, integrating culturally-sensitive, evidence-based methods and interventions to effectively support her clients.

In addition to her private practice, she works as a Clinical Supervisor at Pepperdine University for both master’s and doctorate level students. She particularly enjoys the process of educating and supporting early career clinicians as they develop clinical interests and professional identities.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Leikam is a mother of twins and enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. She loves to be outdoors as much as possible and is an avid reader in her downtime. She also spends her free time volunteering, fostering, and advocating for rescue dogs.

Education

Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University (APA Accredited)

Master of Arts in Psychology
Pepperdine University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology
University of Colorado, Boulder


Training/Work History

Private Practice (Currently)
Dr. Corrine Leikam

Clinical Supervisor (Currently)
Pepperdine University

Independent Evaluator (Currently)
Amador and Associates

Associate Clinical Director
Sober College

Post-doctoral Training - Forensic Clinician
Gateways Hospital, Forensic Community Treatment Program

Pre-doctoral Internship
Bureau of Prisons, Metropolitan Detention Center

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Certification
CBT for Insomnia training with Dr. Gregg Jacobs