Brenda Hodges, M.A., M.S., is a licensed mental health professional with over 13 years of dedicated experience in therapeutic counseling. Holding dual master's degrees in Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling, she brings a comprehensive approach to mental wellness, serving clients across Kentucky and Florida. Known for her warm, approachable demeanor, Brenda specializes in treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and survivors of violence and abuse. Her therapeutic style creates a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges and work toward healing. Throughout her career, Brenda has helped individuals reclaim their lives and develop resilience in the face of trauma. Her dual licensure in Kentucky and Florida reflects her commitment to expanding access to quality mental health care across multiple communities. Brenda views her role as more than just a profession—it's a calling. She considers it both an honor and a privilege to guide clients through their healing journeys, drawing on her extensive education and experience to provide personalized, evidence-based support for each individual she serves.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am able to connect with clients and build a strong therapeutic rapport. I am also able to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to express themselves and work through their issues.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
A dedicated trauma specialist, I focus on empowering adults to reclaim their lives from the effects of trauma and abuse. With expertise in treating depression and anxiety, I guide clients through their healing journey with compassion and understanding.My practice centers on creating a supportive environment where individuals can safely process their experiences and develop effective coping strategies. I specialize in helping clients transform from survivors to thrivers, addressing both the immediate and long-term effects of trauma.Through evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I work collaboratively with clients to build resilience, restore self-confidence, and develop practical tools for managing anxiety and depression. My goal is to help each person rediscover their inner strength and move forward with renewed purpose.I am committed to providing a safe, judgment-free space where healing can occur at each client's own pace. Together, we work toward not just recovery, but toward building a fuller, more empowered life.
About Brenda Hodges
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1777 Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, 303-10Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Person-centered (Rogerian)
What are the four key concepts of person-centered therapy? Person-Centered Therapy | Goals, Techniques & Activities ... In person-centered therapy, the focus is on the person, not the problem, and there are four basic goals a person will achieve if therapy is successful. They will become open to experience, learn to trust themselves, develop an internal evaluation of themselves and have a willingness to continue growing.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT therapy) is a type of mindful psychotherapy that helps you stay focused on the present moment and accept thoughts and feelings without judgment. It aims to help you move forward through difficult emotions so you can put your energy into healing instead of dwelling on the negative.
Christian Counseling
Christian counseling integrates faith into the therapy process to promote improved mental health from a biblically-informed perspective. Christian counselors aim to address emotional suffering and dysfunction by providing compassionate support to those seeking help.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT treatment usually involves efforts to change thinking patterns. These strategies might include: Learning to recognize one's distortions in thinking that are creating problems, and then to reevaluate them in light of reality. Gaining a better understanding of the behavior and motivation of others.
Eclectic
Eclectic Therapy is a therapy approach that draws the most relevant techniques from other evidence-based therapy modalities together for an effective, individualized treatment plan. Eclectic Therapists value the fact that each client is unique and has unique needs in therapy.