Meaghan Brandow
After earning my Masters Degree of Professional Counseling in 2011, I have served in several roles as a therapist and clinical supervisor in a variety of settings- including community mental health, juvenile justice facilities, faith-based non-profit organizations, palliative care/hospice, and private practice. I believe that we were never meant to do life alone- and that the greatest healing happens in the context of relationships. MY HOPE for all who I serve is that you would leave this space experiencing a life of grace-filled freedom that allows you to grow, show up authentically, and courageously connect with the world around you!
I believe that we were never meant to do life alone- and that the greatest healing happens in the context of relationships.
First session
In our first session together, we will spend time getting to know one another. YOU are the expert of your story- and I will seek to understand what brings you to therapy and what hopes you have for coming to this space. Additionally, I will provide an overview of any specific therapy modalities that you can expect to experience during our time together.
Strengths
While working in the mental health field for nearly 20 years, I have benefitted from being trained in a number of evidence-based practices- including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention, and perinatal and infant mental health. Being a well-trained professional that focuses in on my niches allows me to best strengthen my skill set and provide informed, high-quality care.
Ideal clients
As a therapist, I prioritize person-centered care, compassion for self and others, creativity and playfulness and evidenced-based care. I enjoy working with clients that have awareness of the areas that challenge them and how they want to grow. I also enjoy working with clients that appreciate humor and "humanness" in session. I can "nerd out" with the best of them.. meaning, I love supporting clients that are interested in how the brain works, how early childhood attachment experiences shape us and are open to learning ways to support their brain and body in new ways.
Treatment methods
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
I have completed specialized training in individual and couples counseling through the International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). Being an EFT therapist means that I prioritize emotion and emotion regulation as the key organizing agents in individual experience and relationship interactions.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
I have completed training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention. Being a CBT and ERP therapist means that I support you in breaking unhelpful thought loops and face anxious or scary thoughts without letting them control their actions. Together, we build practical skills and step-by-step strategies so you can manage anxiety and live a full, meaningful life.
Location
Virtual sessions