Meg Leahy
ADHD Expert, Author & Speaker
Available for interviews, podcast appearances, speaking engagements & expert commentary
Meg Leahy has spent more than two decades translating complex psychology into tools people can actually use. A Wall Street Journal "Woman of Note" and winner of Philadelphia Magazine's Best of Philly award for College Advising, she has built both her private practice, Leahy Learning, and an innovative career at the intersection of education, psychology, coaching, and mentoring.
Her expertise is grounded in clinical depth. Six years as a Clinical Associate at the University of Pennsylvania's Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program shaped the work she does today. Recognized as an ADHD expert and featured in ADDitude Magazine, her writing and webinars reach audiences well beyond her private practice. She has been invited as a thought leader to speak at conferences and to groups and schools across the country, including the American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD). Her three-part ADHD webinar series for ADDitude was named one of the publication's Top 10 Webinars of 2021.
Meg developed The Leahy Method™, which structures her work as she focuses on problem-solving and success strategies for every stage of life, from childhood through professional career development. For over twenty years, she has worked closely with individuals, their families, and other professionals to create teams to fully support her clients.
Her published works include Developing a Self-Advocacy Imagination in University Students (Routledge) and two editions of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Throughout the Lifespan , 2nd and 3rd editions (Western Schools). She holds an MS in Counseling & Human Relations from Villanova University and a BA in English from Saint Joseph's University.
Before founding Leahy Learning, Meg was a Clinic Director at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, a tile-maker and mosaicist, and a writer and editor at Flat Iron Publishing in Manhattan. She is currently at work on a new nonfiction series aimed at bringing mental wellness tools to everyday readers.
Meg offers virtual coaching, consulting, and speaking services to clients and organizations nationwide and internationally.
Areas of Expertise
ADHD across the lifespan
Executive functioning strategies & cognitive coaching
Career transitions & professional development
Problem-solving strategies for every life stage
Preparing college students for success
Self-advocacy skills for students and professionals
Life transitions: college, career, relationships
Learning differences & neurodiversity in the workplace
Leadership development & emotional intelligence
Mental wellness & resilience building
Academic & professional success strategies
Publications & Media
Published Books
Developing a Self-Advocacy Imagination in University Students: A Practical Guide for Students, Educators, University Administrators, Parents, and Coaches (Routledge, 2026)
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Throughout the Lifespan: Research, Diagnosis, and Treatment , 2nd and 3rd Editions, (Western Schools, 2014 and 2018)
Featured In
ADDitude Magazine: ADHD Expert; three-part webinar series named Top 10 Webinars of 2021
Philadelphia Magazine: Best of Philly Award winner, College Advising
Psych Central, Apartment Therapy, Hunker: Expert quoted on ADHD, productivity, and life transitions
Wall Street Journal : "Women of Note", Global network of powerful female leaders
APSARD, Attention Magazine (CHADD), Life Got In The Way Podcast: Expert contributor and guest speaker
For a complete list of Meg's articles, publications, and expert contributions, visit her LinkedIn profile.
Clinical & Research Background
Clinical Associate, University of Pennsylvania's Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program (6 years)
Recognized ADHD Expert by ADDitude Magazine and The American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)
Regular Speaker at educational, professional, and healthcare conferences nationwide
Expert Commentator on ADHD, self-advocacy and success at college, executive functioning, problem-solving, and practical strategies for mental health
Speaking Topics
ADHD Across the Lifespan: From Childhood Through Career Success
ADHD shows up differently at different life stages. This keynote explores ADHD recognition, understanding, and success strategies at every stage.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | 90-min workshop
Audience: Parents, educators, professionals, organizational leaders
Problem-Solving Strategies for Every Life Stage
The people who succeed aren't necessarily smarter; they're better problem-solvers. This keynote reveals the framework and concepts behind The Leahy Method.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | 90-min workshop
Audience: Students, professionals, parents, educators, organizational leaders
Executive Functioning: The Missing Link to Success
Executive functioning is one of the determining factors of academic, professional, and personal success. This keynote reveals what it is, why it matters, and how to strengthen it.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | 90-min workshop
Audience: Educators, parents, students, professionals, organizational leaders
The Leahy Method: Building Teams for Success
Success rarely happens alone. The Leahy Method emphasizes creating teams: bringing together individuals, families, and professionals to fully support clients and patients.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | 2-3 hour workshop
Audience: Educators, coaches, organizational leaders, professionals
Translating Psychology into Tools: Making Complex Ideas Practical
How do you take complex psychological concepts and turn them into tools people can actually use? This keynote explores Meg's philosophy and methodology.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | Full-day workshop
Audience: Coaches, mental health professionals, educators, organizational leaders
Developing Self-Advocacy Imagination in University Students
Self-advocacy is knowing your strengths, understanding your needs, and clearly communicating both. It's necessary to succeed in college and life after college. Based on Meg's latest book.
Duration: 45-60 min keynote | 2-3 hour workshop
Audience: Parents, educators, school counselors, university staff, coaches, students
Contact for Media & Speaking Inquiries
Get in Touch
📧 Email: leahylearning@gmail.com
📱 Phone: 484-222-0272
🌐 Website: leahylearning.com
Types of appearances Meg accepts:
✓ Podcast interviews (any length) ✓ Written articles & expert quotes ✓ TV / video interviews ✓ Speaking engagements (corporate keynotes, conferences, workshops) ✓ Expert commentary for news outlets ✓ Educational webinars & workshops ✓ Media panels & roundtables
Expected response time: 24-48 hours