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- CBT methods
- Solution focused
- Trauma experience
About Brian
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 10 years of experience, Brian VanBrakle helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, and related life challenges. He also works with people dealing with parenting strain, eating and sleeping issues, anger, bipolar symptoms, career changes, and LGBT concerns. Brian speaks English and accepts international clients.
Brian uses a practical, interactive style in sessions. He combines cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused methods to address immediate problems and build skills. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with exercises and strategies to try between meetings.
In a first session he will listen to what matters most and outline possible steps to address it. He uses tools from cognitive-behavioral work to identify unhelpful thinking and from solution-focused work to set small, achievable goals. He also draws on experience working with people who have experienced trauma and emotional abuse.
Clients can expect clear explanations and concrete exercises rather than long theoretical discussions. Brian aims to help people reduce distress, improve sleep and eating patterns, and find better ways to manage relationships and parenting challenges. He also assists with coping during major life changes.
Sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Confirm the current session formats before booking.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Brian draws primarily on cognitive-behavioral techniques and solution-focused methods. Cognitive-behavioral techniques help identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; they are often used for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating struggles. Solution-focused methods concentrate on small, practical steps and short-term goals to make everyday life more manageable.Finding the right approach is collaborative. He will review your concerns, try a few techniques, and adjust based on what helps you meet your goals and preferences. Expect a mix of talking, skill practice, and brief exercises to use between sessions.
The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm the options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shorten check-ins when needed, and allow work without commuting. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt exercises so they work over distance, and sessions can be shaped to match your day-to-day life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, bipolar symptoms, career changes, and LGBT concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, interactive style that focuses on clear explanations, conversational sessions, and concrete exercises to try between meetings.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 10 years of experience as a clinical social worker working with a range of concerns including trauma and relationship issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.