LCSW, 8 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP-II) based in Georgia. I specialize in integrating expressive arts with evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Somatic approaches to help individuals explore, heal, and grow. My trauma-informed practice goes beyond traditional talk therapy, incorporating mindfulness, body-based techniques, creative expression, and existential inquiry to foster self-awareness and meaningful connections. Let’s work together to create a life of purpose and transformation.
In our first session, we’ll start with brief introductions and explore what you hope to gain from therapy. I’ll gather background information, including any symptoms you’re experiencing and relevant past experiences, such as trauma history, to better understand your strengths, needs, and goals. Together, we’ll create a clear path forward, setting the foundation for meaningful progress.
With over 18 years of experience, I bring a diverse background in education, advocacy, youth development, mental health peer services, and therapy for youth and adults. I specialize in expressive arts therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and treating complex trauma. My undergraduate studies in Eastern philosophy, along with over seven years of living and traveling in Asia, have shaped my appreciation for diverse cultures and worldviews. As a foster care alum, I draw from my own lived experiences of healing and recovery to inform a client-centered and solution-focused approach to supporting your journey.
I work best with individuals navigating major life transitions or contemplating significant changes, particularly those with a history of trauma. Many of my clients have often come to a point in their lives where they feel ready to address unresolved trauma. My clients often feel stuck, experience patterns of burnout, or carry a sense of detachment. They are motivated by a desire for personal growth and a longing to connect with something greater than themselves, using their own life experiences as a source of strength and inspiration to build a life of purpose and meaning.
4 ratings with written reviews
June 16, 2025
I've been in and out of therapy for atleast 10 years and Brandy is by far my favorite therapist. She's as open minded and understanding. We share similar views on the world and she really makes me feel heard. She also has a great sense or humor. I wish I could see her in person. She's amazing!
April 23, 2025
wonderful first session thank you! I look forward to our follow up sessions!
February 19, 2025
Brandy has been the best therapist I have ever had. I struggle with trusting people, but it was easy to trust and feel respected by her. She is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone who is struggling.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), I weave trauma-informed principles throughout my work to create a safe and empowering therapeutic space. While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides a foundational framework, I focus on primary trauma-informed approaches to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Expressive Arts Therapy (EXAT), Somatic Therapy, and Mindfulness-based interventions to help clients foster self-awareness, resilience, and growth in a trauma-informed manner. ACT emphasizes alignment with values, cultivation of mindfulness, and acceptance of thoughts and feelings. EXAT emphasizes the healing power of creativity and self-expression. Somatic and mindfulness-based therapies recognize the power of the mind-body connection. My additional specialized training includes Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Written Exposure Therapy (WET), and Trauma-Informed Yoga and Qigong.
ACT, EXAT, and mindfulness serve as primary tools for cultivating emotional regulation and personal transformation. CBT and DBT skills provide additional practical support, offering structure and strategies for navigating challenges. In addition to trauma-informed approaches outlined above, I draw from Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R), Existential Therapy, and Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit social work, bridging Western therapeutic techniques with Eastern philosophy and practices to ensure a holistic approach to care that aims to meet the unique needs, strengths, and preferences of each individual in a manner that empowers rather than pathologize.
Cognitive-Behavioral approaches provide a foundational framework for intervention, with CBT skills of cognitive restructuring and problem-solving often serving as the most immediate focus of intervention, along with somatic and mindfulness skills for self-regulation.
Somatic, polyvagal, and mindfulness-based interventions are utilized to promote regulation, connection, and awareness of the impact of trauma on mind, body, and spirit.