Brandy Maurushes
Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana. I earned my Master’s degree from Indiana University Northwest and have been practicing for 7 years. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, anger, low self-esteem, body image, and major life changes. I believe in treating the whole person because so much of our mental health is connected to what is happening in our everyday lives. Relationships, family, career, finances, parenting, health, and even spirituality can all impact how we feel and function.
My role is to support clients in enhancing their ability to manage their mental health effectively and to cultivate a more balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.
My approach is compassionate, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused. I want therapy to be a space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, work through what may be holding you back, and create meaningful changes that help you feel more balanced, fulfilled, and confident in your life.
First session
In our first session, we’ll get to know each other and talk about what brings you to therapy, what you’re currently experiencing, and what you hope to get out of therapy. From there, we’ll work together to create a plan that fits your needs and goals.
Strengths
With over seven years of experience in the mental health field, I’ve learned that what we see on the surface is often connected to deeper emotions, experiences, and patterns. My work focuses on helping individuals better understand themselves, recognize how their experiences may shape their thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier ways of coping and moving forward. I view therapy as a team effort. I bring support, guidance, and clinical insight, while you remain the expert in your own life. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest, understood, and supported as we work together toward greater self-awareness, growth, and healing.
Ideal clients
I work best with adults who are navigating life changes, emotional challenges, or looking for greater clarity and direction. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I have a particular passion for supporting mothers and fathers who are balancing parenting, relationships, careers, and their own well-being, including postpartum mothers adjusting to the transition into parenthood. I also enjoy working with couples who want to improve communication, work through conflict, or rebuild emotional and physical intimacy, as well as individuals who want more out of life and are looking to build confidence, reach personal or career goals, improve their financial situation, or create greater balance and fulfillment.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
I use this approach to help clients explore different perspectives and consider possibilities they may not have thought about before. Through thoughtful questions and open conversation, we can better understand what they’re experiencing and identify what may help them move forward.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use this approach to help clients recognize and reframe negative thought patterns so they can develop more positive and realistic perspectives. It also helps clients better understand the connection between their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, giving them greater awareness of what may be influencing the choices they make.
Couples Counseling
I use this approach to help couples work through conflict by developing healthier and more effective communication. It also helps couples better understand and express their needs to one another in a clear and compassionate way. I also help couples explore their different love languages to build a deeper understanding of each other and strengthen their connection.
Grief Therapy
In grief therapy, I provide a compassionate and supportive space where clients can process their emotions and work through the challenges that come with loss. Together, we explore healthy ways to cope through reflection, journaling, and meaningful activities that honor the memory of loved ones. I also work with clients to address unresolved trauma, guilt, and other difficult emotions that may be part of their grief journey.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I incorporate mindfulness practices to help clients manage anxiety, anger, depression, PTSD, and other emotional challenges. Techniques such as deep breathing, grounding, guided imagery, and meditation can help clients feel more present and connected to themselves while developing healthy coping skills they can use in everyday life. I believe mindfulness can support the whole person by helping clients find greater calm, awareness, and balance in the moment and beyond.
Location
Virtual sessions