- Warm and optimistic
- Practical tools
- Supports men
About Leslie
Leslie M. Brown is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Florida who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and career or relationship struggles. She also supports those facing trauma, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and concerns around intimacy and self-esteem. Leslie works with people across LGBT and marginalized communities and accepts international clients.
Her style is warm and optimistic, and she brings a sense of humor to the work. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and avoids stigmatizing labels. Leslie focuses on building a strong working relationship and adapts sessions to each person’s needs.
Leslie uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral approaches, acceptance and commitment methods, and client-centered ideas. She also draws on dialectical skills and aspects of the Gottman method when relationship skills are useful. In session she helps people notice patterns, try specific techniques, and set realistic goals.
Her background includes 12 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of life challenges. She has supported people after traumatic events, with traumatic brain injury, and those affected by religious or spiritual abuse. She has also worked with clients navigating discrimination and equity issues.
Leslie aims to work collaboratively and dynamically. She pays close attention to the therapeutic relationship while tailoring practical steps for change. If someone wants a therapist who combines empathy with concrete strategies, Leslie provides that mix.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Leslie draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice what matters most and take small, values-driven steps even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. ACT is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where clarity about values helps guide action.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means listening closely, reflecting what a person says, and shaping sessions around the person's priorities. This approach helps people feel heard and make changes at their own pace. Leslie integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques as well to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice concrete skills for mood, worry, or behavior change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Leslie will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and needs. She pays close attention to how different strategies feel in real life and adjusts the plan together.
Confirm current online session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work or family responsibilities, try out new skills between meetings, and keep momentum from one session to the next.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Leslie help with?
Leslie supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, career concerns, ADHD, and related topics.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, optimistic, and often lightened by a sense of humor. She emphasizes respect and tailors the approach to each person's needs.
What kind of experience does she bring?
Leslie has 12 years of clinical experience working with diverse life challenges including traumatic injury, post-traumatic stress, and religious or spiritual abuse.
What credentials and location are on record?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.