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Paul Leslie: Psychology Program Coordinator; For Paul Leslie thanks the negative experiences in his life for leading him to a rewarding career that he truly loves. “I’ve had a variety of work experiences in different industries, and I got to know what I didn’t like,” said Leslie. “Sometimes, you run into what you like from learning what you don’t.”; He decided to enter the field of psychology purely because he’s always been interested in how the human mind works. In a broad field like Psychology, Leslie had many areas to focus on. His two specialties are Traumatology, which is the practice of focusing on psychological trauma; and systemic therapy, which seeks to address people in relationships versus on an individual level.; Before starting his teaching career at ATC, Paul lived in Tampa, Florida where he taught psychology and practiced family therapy. He joined the ATC team in January 2008. “I can’t say enough about the team here at ATC,” said Leslie. “Everyone is supportive and friendly. You just know that they want you to succeed.”; Q: Your biggest accomplishment?
A: Learning to laugh at myself. It’s more fun laughing at others, but you’ve arrived when you can laugh at yourself.; Q: If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would it be?
A: Father Rogers. He’s the coolest guy I know.; Q: When you’re not at work?
A: Usually if I’m not at work, I’m at home thinking about it!; Q: Favorite place to go?
A: I’ll go anywhere if someone else is paying.; Q: What’s on your iPod?
A: I don’t have an iPod, but right now I like a mix of Swing, Polka, Gregorian Chant, and Heavy Metal.; Q: What motivates you in life?
A: Hopefully, I can leave this world a better place than I found it.; “You run into what you like from learning what you don’t.”