Leslie Birkland appears on Hallmark Plus’s Second Chance Love, testing her relationship expertise firsthand while showing meaningful connections can happen at any age.
-- Relationship coach and former reality television personality, Dr. Leslie Birkland, is stepping into the spotlight once again, this time with her own heart on the line, as she appears on Second Chance Love, a new unscripted series streaming on Hallmark Plus beginning January 1, 2026. Known for her direct, no-nonsense approach to relationship coaching, Dr. Birkland joins the cast not as an advisor, but as a participant, offering viewers a rare look at what happens when a seasoned relationship expert applies her own guidance in real time.
The eight-part series was filmed in June 2025 on the Italian island of Sardinia and follows five former couples who reunite years after their relationships ended. Each pair is given the opportunity to reconnect, revisit unresolved questions, and determine whether love deserves a second chance. As one of the participants, Dr. Birkland brings decades of life experience, professional insight, and emotional self-awareness into an environment designed to challenge past assumptions and test vulnerability.
Now in her 60s, Dr. Birkland believes age should never be viewed as a barrier to meaningful connection. Research from the Pew Research Center supports this perspective, indicating that the likelihood of finding companionship later in life remains strong, with remarriage rates after age 60 approaching 50%. Emotional maturity, self-knowledge, and lived experience often contribute to healthier relationships, themes that naturally emerge throughout the series.
Appearing on Second Chance Love required Dr. Birkland to step outside her professional comfort zone. While guiding others through emotional growth is familiar territory, allowing herself to be fully present without overanalyzing proved to be a unique challenge. Reflecting on the experience, she noted that applying her own advice was both humbling and transformative. “You are never too old to find love,” said Dr. Birkland. “I had to take my own advice, lay my heart on the line, and risk exposing vulnerability, regardless of the outcome.”
Viewers will see Dr. Birkland navigate reconnection, communication, and emotional honesty alongside the other participants, offering an authentic portrayal of relationships later in life that moves beyond stereotypes. The series balances scenic settings with candid conversations, presenting love as a continuing journey rather than a closed chapter.
Dr. Birkland is widely recognized for her work as a relationship coach who focuses on practical guidance rather than trends or clichés. Her appearance on Second Chance Love reflects a broader message that personal growth does not end at any age, and that meaningful connection remains possible through openness and self-reflection.
For more information about Dr. Leslie Birland, please visit www.brighterlifecoaching.com or contact pr@nickbere.com.
About Dr. Leslie Birkland
Leslie Birkland, ND, PhD, is a relationship coach and holistic practitioner dedicated to assisting individuals of all ages as they navigate life with clarity, resilience, and purpose. A graduate of the New Eden School of Natural Health and Herbal Studies, Dr. Birkland earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree at age 60 following a profound personal health journey. After spending two years bedridden due to Multiple Sclerosis, she transitioned away from pharmaceutical dependence, embracing a natural, holistic approach that emphasized physical healing, emotional balance, and spiritual renewal. Drawing from these experiences, Dr. Birkland now applies the same principles to relationship coaching and life guidance, supporting others as they seek fulfillment, connection, and direction in an increasingly uncertain world.
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