-Miranda P.
Excuse Free Living
The approach I have developed is Excuse Free Living. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a car mechanic, or a CEO of a Fortune 500 company, you will face a moment when you are ready to explore life’s challenges. We all have feelings that may be too painful or survival mechanisms that no longer work for us, that need to be addressed to move forward in our lives. The starting point of every relationship is a reflection of how you feel about yourself. You will learn to listen differently and you will build on what’s already working. Excuse Free Living teaches you how to manage your emotions and how to put what you perceive as your past failures into perspective and that you are only failing forward. These experiences are the building blocks of your Excuse Free Success.
I will help you identify the problems creating the emotional crises in your life. Psychotherapy is not for everyone and can be costly for many. With the Excuse Free Living Philosophy you will learn to define problems, set boundaries, communicate more effectively, and find solutions to career, family, and spiritual dilemmas. You will learn to rely on the Four C’s: Curiosity, Conviction, Courage, and Commitment. You will learn how to assess those thoughts, feelings, people and circumstances that have been the barrier to change and, with my help design a realistic plan, take specific actions to see it through, and celebrate the Excuse Free New You!
Excuse Free Living means that no matter what your life experiences have been curiosity opens the door to possibility. It’s important to ask “What if?” and “What else?” It’s time to give yourself permission to explore all of the dreams, questions, and wonders you may have. Conviction requires conscious thought and presence; it is the process of your journey to remain true to any action you take. You don’t “have to” participate in your life. “You get to!” People avoid making changes due to their fear of conflict, however, there is no such thing as a life without it. Courage is the driving force of the potential for growth, better understanding, communication, and positive change. To have your reality match your dreams you must make a commitment by doing the work to have the Drama Free - Excuse Free Life you truly want.
Excuse Free Living means you are seeking a life of balance not perfection. It takes courage to reach any goal; it’s easier to make excuses for why you can’t change rather than making the commitment that you will change. Every morning, whether you want a different job or career, try to finish college, or work on your relationship, you are given a choice. Are you going to take a risk? Are you going to study before the test? Are you going to communicate your needs to your loved one? Are you ready to look at yourself in the mirror every morning, reaffirm that you love yourself and re-commit to Excuse Free Living!
Remember: It’s Not the Size of the Problem but the Size of the Feeling. Make it an Excuse Free Life!
Testimonials
“My husband and I came to Dr. Leslie arguing, resentful and ready for divorce. After 4 months with Dr. Leslie guiding us utilizing her Excuse Free approach to our relationship we’ve improved from my husband sleeping in the other room to making love in our bedroom.” -Gina and Santos T.
“I hit a roadblock in my life, a troubled relationship with my son, a divorce and a job I couldn’t stand. I had difficulty sleeping, depression and anxiety. I came to Dr. Leslie for help and help she did, I now live by the 4 C”s. Thank you." -Frank D.
"I had been to other psychotherapists over a 7-year period, but one had helped me as much as Dr. Leslie. Her direct no non-sense approach through Excuse Free Living means that I can now rely on my own abilities to feel good.” -Betsy N.
“I’ve always excelled in my career but not in my personal
life. Dr. Leslie’s Excuse Free Living philosophy finally gave me the tools
I needed to have a more balanced, fulfilling life.” -Tom K.
“Excuse Free Living, Yes! Dr. Leslie has taught me to be “the leader of
my own life.”
I look forward to who I am becoming.” -Jackie R.
My wife and I are now partners in parenting; everyone in the house has responsibilities and consequences. I can finally relax and enjoy my family. Thank you Dr. Leslie.” -George U.