(she/her)
Often rebooked
*Please note: my current openings for California clients are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during various times between 6am - 2pm PST only* Congratulations on taking the first step in finding support - it's not easy to ask for help! My name is Bryssa (Bree-sa) and I am here for you. I aim to provide all of my clients with empathy, care and authentic support for what they are experiencing. I want to help my clients set boundaries, learn to identify and communicate their emotions, find their power and develop their sense of self worth. I have my Bachelors in Social Work (BSW) as well as my Masters in Social Work (MSW), though I joke that I was born a social worker. I hold an LCSW license (Licensed Clinical Social Worker #118448) and am committed to the values of social work in everything that I do: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity and competence.
In our first session, you will be welcomed warmly with a smile and authentic conversation. I will begin to explore your counseling goals in order to best meet your individual needs. I also like to begin to explore the "type" of therapist you are seeking. Are you someone who wants honest feedback that might challenge you? Or do you prefer a tender approach that leads you to make your own connections? I look forward to getting to know more about YOU!
The greatest compliment I have heard from my clients is that I am a tried and true cheerleader for them. I bring a positive attitude to each session without discrediting the difficult situations that clients may be experiencing. I have an ability to join with my clients so that they do not feel alone. Don't be surprised if I bring up details from past sessions - I have a great memory and think it's important to remember important moments, dates, and exciting plans in my clients' lives. I believe my strengths are supporting my client with communicating their emotions, needs and boundaries as well as collaborating with my clients to create solutions to challenges that they are facing.
I enjoy connecting with all humans. I am known to strike up a conversation in the grocery store line and end up hearing the other person's story in a matter of minutes. I think that connection is the foundation of the human experience. I specialized in family studies during my undergraduate learning and I enjoy considering the impact of family systems in my approach to therapy. I believe that I am a great therapist for those who have never tried therapy before. I reassure my clients that THEY hold the power which is contrary to how most people view the therapeutic dynamic. I don't force my clients to talk about painful experiences nor do I have a prescribed process for how I navigate my sessions as every client's needs are unique.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an intervention used to treat anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders. It is a model that focuses on connecting thoughts, feelings/emotions and behaviors in order to establish coping skills to be able to develop resilience through triggering situations and experiences. I like to utilize CBT to determine the narratives and frame of mind that you are operating from, how those perspectives and ideas may be holding you back, and work alongside of you to shift them toward neutral or positive thinking.
Strength-Based
A strengths based approach is the core of my practice. As a social worker, we are trained to focus on the strengths that each client uniquely posses and support them in recognizing and building confidence in their own strengths in order to combat negative thoughts or emotions.
Supportive
A good therapist is supportive and empathetic. I pride myself in the way that I support clients and use empathy to understand the presenting concerns from the client's perspective. I will never know what it is like to walk in my client's shoes, but I know that as humans, we will all need support and empathy throughout various stages in our lives.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I love breaking down a big problem and creating small, achievable steps toward resolution. I join with my clients to support them in tackling challenges in a way that feels authentic to them.
8 ratings with written reviews
May 11, 2026
In full transparency, I believe Bryssa is the best therapist I have ever encountered. She has given me tools to work with and new perspectives to utilize that are changing my view of myself in the world.
March 25, 2026
Within the first five minutes, I felt an immediate connection; I felt 'seen.' Looking forward to what will happen in my sessions. Bryssa's warmth and open-mindedness are good guides to lead me back to my empowered self.
September 15, 2025
My first impression of Bryssa was that she genuinely cares about the healing of her clients. She is a true witness, which i believe is important to the my growth. Bryssa was warm, cheery, holistic, and kindly direct. I appreciated that she acknowledged all the healing work I am already attempting on my own and I feel confident that she will only enhance it. This is my goal; to have someone guide me where I am unable to guide myself. I'm feeling positive about working with Bryssa.