- Addictions help
- Relationship issues
- Blended household concerns
About Brenda
Brenda Haney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 27 years of experience. She is licensed in Arizona and Oregon and practices from Ohio. Brenda helps people who are dealing with addictions, relationships, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and low self-esteem.
She listens and talks through the immediate problem first, then looks at patterns that keep the same issues repeating. Conversations are straightforward and focused on practical steps. She uses methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to address unhelpful thoughts and to support behavior change.
Brenda also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment struggles, avoidant or dependent personality patterns, and problems that come up in blended households. She can help with communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and the fallout from domestic violence or substance use.
Her approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and elements of dialectical behavior therapy when emotional regulation is needed. Sessions tend to combine talking, real-world skill practice, and goal setting so people can try small changes between meetings. Brenda adapts the pace to what each person can manage.
She draws on long clinical experience to guide each step and to keep treatment practical. To begin the process she asks a few focused questions, then builds a plan that fits the person’s circumstances and goals.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for depression, anxiety, and problems that come from repeated unhelpful responses. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and habit change. Motivational Interviewing is a short, practical way to explore readiness to change and to build motivation for substance use or other behavior changes.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Brenda will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She adjusts pace and technique as someone learns new skills and as priorities change.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people try skill practice between meetings and bring real-life problems into the conversation for practical troubleshooting.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Oregon, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and self-esteem concerns. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, attachment and communication problems, and substance use.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical talk and skill work. Methods mentioned include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered approaches.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Brenda has 27 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical settings. That background informs her practical approach to problem solving.
What credentials and region are noted?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds licensure in Arizona and Oregon. Her listed practice location is Ohio.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the client’s region.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session from the available times.
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