Lance Rao

Lance C. Rao was born and raised in New York, NY. He received his BA in philosophy from Fordham University and was accepted into the National Honor Society Phi Sigma Tau. Lance has for the past 5 years served as the President of the Palm Beach Fordham Alumni Chapter. He also received his Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Before opening his therapy practice in Stuart, Florida, Lance gained invaluable experience by working at Sandy Pines Hospital in Tequesta, FL, Martin Girls Academy in Stuart, FL and Suncoast Mental Health in Fort Pierce, Florida. He has also published numerous articles on various mental health issues.

My approach is solution focused and proactive. Working as a team, we try to gain biographical insight and to confront obstacles, thereby changing and developing skills that lead to confident decision making and lasting solutions. My work is characterized by empathy, optimism and collaboration. I am straightforward without being harsh, and encouraging without being judgmental.

I work with individuals confronted by various personal problems such as dating and relationship issues; infidelity; break-ups or divorce; parenting; career matters; sexual concerns; mid-life crises; addictions; family problems; depression; anxiety and stress management and many more.My clients depart from our counseling sessions feeling stronger, empowered, and self-aware. This ultimately enhances their ability to connect on a more intimate level in all interpersonal relationships.