About Susan Leys
Helping You Navigate Life's Toughest Challenges with Compassion and Proven Strategies
Susan Leys writes personal development and healthcare books for people who are struggling—whether you're facing burnout, navigating difficult relationships, managing stress, or searching for resilience during life's hardest moments.
Drawing from her personal journey as a caregiver and her extensive work with healthcare professionals in crisis, Susan understands what it feels like to be overwhelmed, exhausted, and uncertain about the path forward. Her books combine heartfelt compassion with evidence-based strategies that actually work in real life, not just in theory.
Academic Excellence Meets Real-World Understanding
With advanced degrees in Psychology from UMass Dartmouth and Springfield College, plus specialized certifications from Johns Hopkins University (Business of Medicine) and Cornell University (High Performance Leadership), Susan translates complex psychological research into practical tools you can use immediately.
As a certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, Susan has helped thousands of readers and healthcare professionals transform their lives through her books, online courses, and workshops that focus on mental wellbeing, trauma recovery, leadership development, and sustainable self-care.
Books That Meet You Where You Are
Susan's writing addresses the real issues people face: communication breakdowns in relationships, team dysfunction at work, preventing and recovering from burnout, healing from trauma, and building resilience when life feels impossible. Her compassionate, no-nonsense approach has earned outstanding reviews from readers who appreciate her authenticity and actionable advice.
Whether you're a healthcare worker struggling with compassion fatigue, a leader overwhelmed by responsibility, or someone simply trying to navigate life's challenges with more grace and strength, Susan's books offer the guidance and support you need.
Connect with Susan: Visit susanleys.com for free resources, online courses, and more ways to support your personal development journey. All of Susan’s books can be found on the web at www.Leysbooks.com