About Us

Leslie Bartlett

I believe in the inherent goodness of all people, and I am deeply inspired by the healing work I witness in couples. It’s an honor to help partners build trust, rekindle love, and cultivate a deep understanding of how to truly be with each other. Throughout our work, I often see the shift toward softer, smiling eyes—a marker of profound transformation. For me, the impact goes beyond the couple. When clients share that their children are noticing the changes too, I smile and think, “we’re healing the planet, one couple at a time.” Being of service in this way is a core part of my life’s mission.

My work is deeply informed by my relationship with my husband and a rich foundation in neuroscience, mindfulness, and body-centered practices. I believe in the power of working with the body, as it speaks truths that the mind sometimes obscures. Through this, I help couples break through long-standing relational blocks, releasing outdated stories and rediscovering a more connected, attuned way of being together.

I am particularly passionate about helping couples explore the balance between the Sacred Feminine and Sacred Masculine, a crucial part of healing from the damaging effects of patriarchal, power-over dynamics in our culture. This work is pivotal for creating meaningful, lasting change.

To be effective, I must be embodied, curious, creative and present. In my practice, I’m guided by mindfulness, allowing me to be both light and firm, serious and playful, and always fully alive in the moment with each couple. My work is not only a profession but a spiritual journey.

I earned my Master’s in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley College in 1982.  I was introduced to family systems work which spoke strongly to me. I have worked for years with children and families and have dedicated my career to couples therapy since 1993. I continuously train, both individually and alongside Steven, to ensure that we are always at the forefront of cutting-edge relational work.

In my personal life, I enjoy hiking in the forest alone or with my husband and our dog, Talia (who will meet and greet you at the door if you like), practicing qigong, creating beauty in my garden and communing with the plants, cooking for others, swimming twice a week in our endless pool and cold plunging (thanks to Steven), creative writing, ecstatic dance and connecting with my family and friends.