Leslie M. Brown, LMFT
Florida licensed marriage and family therapist
- Anxiety and stress support
- Family and relationship work
- LGBT affirming care
About Leslie M. Brown
Leslie M. Brown is a Florida-based licensed marriage and family therapist with 12 years of clinical experience, offering compassionate care for individuals, couples, and families. As an LMFT - which denotes a licensed marriage and family therapist - she brings focused training in relational dynamics and systemic approaches to help clients navigate complex life challenges. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, depression, workplace and career difficulties, grief and loss, and issues related to religious or spiritual abuse.
Leslie has substantial experience supporting people from marginalized and minority communities who face discrimination and equity-related stressors. She works with clients across diverse backgrounds and identities and pays particular attention to the ways cultural and spiritual contexts shape healing. Her style is warm and optimistic, often incorporating a sense of humor to build rapport and ease tension during difficult conversations.
Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic principles, and solution-focused strategies while drawing on evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when appropriate. Leslie emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic alliance and customizes the counseling process to each person or family, tailoring interventions to match specific needs and goals. She partners collaboratively with clients, recognizing the courage it takes to seek help and working dynamically to support meaningful change.
Leslie has substantial experience supporting people from marginalized and minority communities who face discrimination and equity-related stressors. She works with clients across diverse backgrounds and identities and pays particular attention to the ways cultural and spiritual contexts shape healing. Her style is warm and optimistic, often incorporating a sense of humor to build rapport and ease tension during difficult conversations.
Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic principles, and solution-focused strategies while drawing on evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when appropriate. Leslie emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic alliance and customizes the counseling process to each person or family, tailoring interventions to match specific needs and goals. She partners collaboratively with clients, recognizing the courage it takes to seek help and working dynamically to support meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Leslie M. Brown have?
Leslie M. Brown has 12 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families.
Is Leslie M. Brown a licensed therapist?
Yes. Leslie M. Brown holds the credential LMFT. License details are FL LMFT MT3766.
In which languages does Leslie M. Brown provide therapy?
Leslie M. Brown provides therapy in English.
Where is Leslie M. Brown located?
Leslie M. Brown is located in Florida.
How can I work with Leslie M. Brown as my therapist?
You can work with Leslie M. Brown through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Leslie M. Brown work with international clients?
Yes, Leslie M. Brown works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Leslie M. Brown cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Leslie M. Brown integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet each client's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical skills to change emotions and behaviors, making it effective for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. The Gottman Method offers structured tools for couples to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen emotional connection, which is especially helpful for relationship and intimacy-related issues.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Leslie M. Brown works with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor therapy to individual or family needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility and accessibility. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate busy schedules, geographic distance, or different communication preferences. These options allow therapists and clients to maintain momentum between appointments and make engaging in care more convenient while preserving the therapeutic relationship.