Leslie McRae, LCSW

Leslie McRae is a licensed clinical social worker with three decades of experience helping people manage anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. He combines practical techniques with a warm, direct style. Conversations are meant to be helpful and down to earth. His approach focuses on clear goals and usable tools. Leslie often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. He also draws on client-centered methods to listen closely and Solution-Focused techniques to build small steps toward change. Leslie is comfortable addressing LGBT issues, gender dysphoria, and concerns connected to HIV and aging. He also works with people facing panic attacks, social anxiety, codependency, career stress, and life transitions. Sessions aim to clarify what matters most and create simple, testable strategies to move forward. His manner is personable and interactive. Clients can expect honest feedback along with steady support. He emphasizes collaboration so people leave sessions with next steps they can use right away. Leslie offers weekday phone sessions and asynchronous messaging between meetings. Messages are typically answered within 24 hours. He practices in Florida as an LCSW and brings thirty years of hands-on experience to each interaction.

How Leslie’s Approaches Work Online

Leslie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns in their thoughts and behaviors, then test small changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Client-Centered Therapy guides the conversation by focusing on what matters to the client and offering empathic listening to clarify goals. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on immediate next steps and practical solutions to move toward the life someone wants.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Leslie discusses goals and preferences with each person and adapts tools to fit the situation. He helps clients choose techniques that match their needs and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video lets people use face-to-face conversation, phone sessions require less bandwidth, chat can be a quicker check-in, and messaging supports ongoing contact between meetings. These formats provide flexibility so people can engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.