Leyla Erdal holds a bachelor’s degree from Yıldız Technical University, Department of Guidance and Psychological Counselling. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree at Yıldız Technical University. She has worked as a psychological counsellor in educational institutions both voluntarily and professionally. She has worked as a volunteer coordinator in several NGOs, and as of 2019, she has written and carried out national and international projects. She continues to work as an Assistant Project Specialist in the Research Supports and Projects Directorate of the Institute Social.