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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and mindfulness
About Brandon
LMHC in New York with 11 years of experience, Brandon Barton helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and LGBT-related concerns.
Brandon uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies in sessions. He draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral approaches to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that make daily life harder. Mindfulness practices and existential questions are part of his toolkit when people want to make sense of big life changes or identity concerns.
He has experience in crisis and inpatient behavioral health settings. His past roles include crisis stabilization units and work in a neuropsychology clinic and an Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Center, where he developed group programs. That background informs how he manages risk and supports people during acute stress.
Research has been part of his career. He has presented studies on cultural and gendered experiences, mood and attachment, and gender-based violence at academic venues. Those projects shaped his interest in how social and personal histories influence behavior and relationships.
In sessions he tends to mix listening with concrete tools. He offers behavioral strategies from CBT, motivational interviewing to address readiness for change, and relational techniques influenced by the Gottman Method for communication problems. He encourages clients to try small changes between meetings and then review what worked.
People who prefer clear explanations of what to try and why often find this approach useful. Brandon works in English and practices in New York as an LMHC.
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Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions
Brandon commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening, understanding a person’s perspective, and helping them set the pace for topics. It can help people who need space to talk through identity, stress, or relationship issues. CBT looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD-related concerns.He also draws on mindfulness practices to help people notice strong emotions and bodily reactions without immediately acting on them. Together, these approaches offer both reflective conversation and step-by-step strategies. Brandon will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals, adjusting the approach as therapy progresses in a collaborative way.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery methods. When arranged, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a daily routine, shorten travel time, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and reduce the need to be on camera for the full session. These practical benefits can help people maintain consistency while trying different therapeutic tools.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, self-esteem, and LGBT-related issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. Sessions also may include existential discussion and Gottman-influenced communication work when relevant.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience, including work in crisis stabilization units, inpatient behavioral health, a neuropsychology clinic, and an Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Center.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not currently accept international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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