Lee Schlanger, LMHC
Warm Florida LMHC focused on emotional healing
- Anxiety and depression support
- Relationship and family care
- Telehealth and remote sessions
About Lee Schlanger
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor) based in Sarasota, Florida, who originally practiced in New York City. He brings a calm, warm presence to sessions and pairs that demeanor with a practical focus on helping people navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use recovery. Lee also provides support for anger management, relationship and family concerns, intimacy and parenting challenges, and a wide range of life changes and stressors. He has experience working with couples in conflict and with marriage and family counseling, and he holds Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider credentials which reflect his specialization in remote therapy.
Lee’s approach emphasizes building a strong therapeutic connection from the first session, centering on emotional processing and exploring root causes rather than quick fixes. He aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space and works collaboratively to address primary symptoms and underlying patterns. Lee views healing as emerging through genuine connection and validation, and he prioritizes respect, trust, and partnership in the counseling relationship. While he does not promise cures, he commits to a consistent, respectful therapeutic alliance that focuses on progress and understanding.
Lee’s approach emphasizes building a strong therapeutic connection from the first session, centering on emotional processing and exploring root causes rather than quick fixes. He aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space and works collaboratively to address primary symptoms and underlying patterns. Lee views healing as emerging through genuine connection and validation, and he prioritizes respect, trust, and partnership in the counseling relationship. While he does not promise cures, he commits to a consistent, respectful therapeutic alliance that focuses on progress and understanding.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lee Schlanger have?
Lee Schlanger has 5 years of experience as a mental health professional.
Is Lee Schlanger a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH18548.
In which languages does Lee Schlanger provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lee Schlanger located?
He is located in Florida.
How can I work with Lee Schlanger as my therapist?
You can work with Lee Schlanger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lee Schlanger work with international clients?
Yes, Lee Schlanger works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lee Schlanger 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 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
Lee uses attachment-based methods to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach helps people understand trust, intimacy, abandonment concerns, and how past bonds affect current relationships. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another part of his work and focuses on identifying and processing strong emotions to improve connection and reduce distress in relationships. Client-Centered Therapy guides sessions with the client's own goals and experiences at the center - the therapist offers empathy, acceptance, and collaboration to support self-directed change and coping.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lee partners with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts strategies collaboratively so the work feels tailored and practical. He combines techniques as needed to address symptoms and underlying issues.
Because Lee is a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider, he offers flexible online care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations.