Honoring Excellence in Children’s Mental Health Care
In 2019, New Jersey Family Magazine recognized Leigh Kolodny-Kraft as one of the state’s Favorite Kids’ Docs, an award based entirely on nominations from parents. This distinction reflects the voices of families who have personally experienced the impact of Leigh’s compassionate care, advocacy, and dedication to supporting children and adolescents.
Why This Award Matters
Unlike many professional honors, this award is grounded in community trust and gratitude. Parents across New Jersey nominate providers who make a genuine difference in their children’s lives. The recognition highlights doctors, dentists, and specialists who go above and beyond to create safe, supportive, and healing environments for young patients.
For Leigh, being honored as a Favorite Kids’ Doc underscored her longstanding commitment to trauma-informed, child-centered psychotherapy and her ability to connect with families during some of their most vulnerable times.
A Commitment to Children and Families
Leigh Kolodny-Kraft brings over three decades of experience to her work, combining clinical excellence with warmth and accessibility. Families describe her as:
Compassionate and approachable, making children feel safe and understood.
Expert in trauma-informed care, providing strategies that foster healing and resilience.
Dedicated to families, offering not just clinical expertise but also empathy and support that extend beyond the therapy room.
This recognition affirms The Kraft Group’s mission: to provide inclusive, affirming, and evidence-based mental health care for children, teens, and families.
The Kraft Group’s Impact
As part of The Kraft Group Inc., Leigh’s leadership has shaped a practice that is not only clinically rigorous but also family-centered. Every award represents not just professional achievement but the trust families place in the care they receive.
The 2019 New Jersey Family Favorite Kids’ Docs award is a proud moment in Leigh’s career and a reflection of The Kraft Group’s values: compassion, excellence, and the belief that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered.