I am licensed in North Carolina with 13 years of professional work experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and over 19 years experience working in the mental health profession. I hold certifications as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Dual Diagnosis Specialist. I have experience working with ages 5 and up with various emotional and behavioral challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflict, motivation, self esteem, confidence, and depression. I also have experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
NC LCMHC 8136
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Brandi has been one of the most helpful and positive influences in my life. I am so thankful for how her therapy and expertise has helped me implement change in my life.
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with Brandi for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Brandi is amazing!! She is open and understanding. She also makes sure that I understand my situations and issues.
Written on Feb 27, 2025 after therapy with Brandi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
The amount of mental growth and emotional maturity iv gotten from my therapist is very impressive. Im capable of understanding a situation and act on it without hurting or neglecting anyone its a journey and i plan to commit to it
Written on Dec 31, 2024 after therapy with Brandi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
I love the way she interacts with me and encourages me to make conclusions on my own. She’s so sweet and encouraging and she’s definitely a perfect fit for me. I always feel so inspired after every session!
Written on Oct 12, 2024 after therapy with Brandi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s been an active listener since we started talking, it’s been a very judgment free zone and I appreciate talking to them
Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Brandi for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Brandi is absolutely amazing! She's such a great listener, she provides amazing insight and guidance, and she is truly concerned about wellbeing!
Written on Jun 03, 2024 after therapy with Brandi for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd