Hi, I’m Leslie Vellios, LCSW — Founder of Stressless with EFT and Stress Less Kids.
For over 30 years, I’ve dedicated my life to helping children and families move through stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. I started as a classically trained psychotherapist, earning my Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and working in mental health, family services, and schools. I’ve always had a deep desire to help people feel better—and I’ve seen firsthand how hard that journey can be.
Personally, I spent years searching for relief from the chronic stress of juggling a busy career and raising a family. That stress took a toll on my health, my relationships, and my peace of mind. I tried everything. But it wasn’t until I discovered Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT or Tapping) that things finally started to shift in a big way.
The results were immediate—and miraculous. I used EFT on myself for anxiety and overwhelm. Then I tried it with family, friends, and eventually my therapy clients. Again and again, I saw relief, clarity, and healing—sometimes instantly, other times with gentle persistence. But always, there was progress.
That experience changed everything. I immersed myself in energy psychology and became a Certified EFT Advanced Practitioner, a Certified Abundance Coach, and one of only five Carol Look Certified Master Success Coaches in the world. I now blend traditional therapy tools like CBT and DBT with energy techniques such as matrix reimprinting, quantum tools, meditation, and visualization. I help people release the patterns that keep them stuck—and give them the tools to create the life of their dreams.
Today, I lead coaching programs and speak on topics like parenting, stress relief, abundance, manifestation and building a heart-centered business. My annual Release & Create workshop has helped hundreds of people start their year with clarity and intention. I even created a guided journal, now available on Amazon, to help you release, create, and manifest with purpose.
My work with kids continues through Stress Less Kids, an after-school mindfulness program that gives children simple tools to handle anxiety, build confidence, and thrive—both socially and academically.
I believe that EFT is a tool every parent, teacher, and human being should know. It’s simple. It’s powerful. And it’s literally at your fingertips.
It’s been my honor to work with people from all over the world, using this incredible tool to change their lives.
Are you ready to tap into a calmer, more joyful life? It’s possible, let’s do it together!