About Us
about empowered & Poised
At Empowered & Poised, we empower and educate young people through programs that support social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Our girls’ groups focus on self-esteem, confidence, leadership, stress management, healthy friendships, and other important life skills.
What makes Empowered & Poised unique:
Led by licensed mental health professionals skilled at working with youth
Small group environments that encourage meaningful connection and individualized support
A culturally responsive approach that values each girl’s unique identity, background, and experiences
WhY eMPOWERED & pOISED?
MEET OUR FOUNDER
LEAH Alexander-Leeks (BERDYSZ), MSSA, Lisw-S
Leah founded Empowered & Poised in 2017.
She is an entrepreneur, writer, speaker, licensed social worker, and advocate for empowering children, youth, and adolescents.