- Stress and anxiety
- Career and identity
- Trauma informed approaches
About Leslie
Leslie M. Brown is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, career concerns, grief, addiction, ADHD, and problems tied to family and parenting.
Leslie has supported people after trauma, including those who have experienced religious abuse, discrimination, or traumatic brain injury. She also works with clients from marginalized communities and with concerns such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, blended family issues, and caregiving stress.
Her style is direct and person-focused. Conversations are practical and aim to identify patterns that get in the way of daily life. Techniques come from cognitive-behavioral approaches and client-centered work, with elements from acceptance and commitment and dialectical behavior approaches when helpful.
Sessions look at what is happening now and what concrete steps can help, whether that means learning skills for emotion regulation, improving communication, or shifting unhelpful thoughts. She avoids stigmatizing labels and treats people with respect and sensitivity.
Leslie emphasizes the working relationship as part of change. She collaborates with each person to decide which strategies to use and adjusts the work over time. People who want practical tools and clear conversation about life transitions often find this approach useful.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Leslie uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. CBT sessions often include short experiments, homework between meetings, and concrete tools for managing anxiety, mood, or work stress.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult feelings are present. ACT can help with feeling stuck after major life changes or with long-term worries about identity and purpose.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Leslie works with each person to see which methods fit their goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress is made.
The therapist's profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. If you prefer particular arrangements because of work, study, or travel, mention that when you complete the matching questionnaire so options can be discussed.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, career adjustment, grief, addiction, ADHD, and many family-related challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
Her work combines cognitive-behavioral methods, client-centered listening, and elements of acceptance and commitment and dialectical behavior approaches to focus on practical skills and clearer thinking.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 12 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an LMFT licensed in Florida and works with adults based in that state and beyond.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients as noted; please confirm session options for your country when you start booking.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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