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- Trauma related concerns
- Stress and burnout
- Psychological assessment
About Brandy
VA Psychologist with 20 years of experience, licensed in Virginia. Brandy Gardner works with adults who face stress, trauma, and job-related pressure. She focuses on assessment, emotional wellness, and practical coping skills.
Brandy spent many years in active duty service as a clinical psychologist and combat medic. That background shapes how she looks at stress and occupational strain. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people clarify problems and try manageable changes.
Sessions typically involve clear assessment and problem-focused work. Brandy helps people recognize patterns, test new ways of responding, and build steady coping strategies. She describes the relationship with clients as collaborative and goal-oriented.
Her practice covers trauma-related issues, anxiety, depression, burnout, adjustment difficulties, and recovery after high-stress events. She also supports caregivers and people dealing with family of origin problems, control and communication issues, and feelings of emptiness or shame.
Brandy aims to make recommendations based on assessment and clinical observation. She draws on methods that have research support and adapts them to each person's situation. People can expect straightforward feedback and practical tools to use between sessions.
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How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Brandy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on assessment and practical skills. One common method she employs is structured cognitive-behavioral work, which helps people identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. Another frequently used approach is trauma-focused work that emphasizes safety, symptom management, and gradual processing of distressing memories or reactions.Choosing the right method is part of the process. She works with clients to review their history, current problems, and goals, and then recommends approaches that fit those needs. This is a collaborative process and may change as work progresses.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during workday breaks. They can also allow sessions without being on camera when that is preferred. Ask about available formats when you schedule to match the practical needs of your routine.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She focuses on trauma-related concerns, anxiety, depression, and stress. Additional areas include caregiver stress, codependency, family of origin issues, and problems linked to high-stress jobs.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach emphasizes evidence-based techniques and a collaborative working relationship. She aims for clear assessment, practical strategies, and goal-focused work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has over 20 years of clinical and consultative experience, including long active-duty service as a clinical psychologist and combat medic.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a VA Psychologist and practices in Virginia. The credential appears as VA Psychologist 0810008496.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on where the client is located.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.