Brenda is mindful, curious, and respectful in regards of my lived experience and struggles. She is inviting and easy to talk to. The fluidity of our sessions makes me feel heard and grounded. Brenda brings wisdom and knowledge to our session and provide resources to help support me through my therapy. Since my therapy with Brenda, I have become more open about therapy and the benefits that comes out of it. I also recommended therapy to friends and family to try therapy.
Brenda Wicks, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Brenda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Brenda. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Brenda is someone who truly listens to you, validates you, and makes you feel heard. I value the time I get to talk with her and look forward to every session I have. I appreciate her expertise, compassion, and understanding in all that I share with her.
More about Brenda
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am a License Marriage Family Therapist in California that has 20 years of experience working with children, adolescences, adults, and older adults in numerous mental health settings. I have worked with clients from a wide range of concerns like depression, anxiety, addiction, incarceration, pervasive developmental disabilities, anger issues, ADHD, crisis, environmental stressors, family and parental issues. to name a few. I also have 8 years of experience working with Victims of Violent Crimes assisting, guiding, and emotionally supporting clients navigate through traumatic issues/events.
My counseling style is supportive, interactive, and warm. I believe as a therapist that every individual from different walks of life deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My counseling approach combines Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focus, Family Centered, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Humanistic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I know counseling can be scary for some and it takes courage in taking the first steps in seeking assistance in improving, working through, processing concerns, traumatic events, issues, stressors, triggers, and symptoms experienced for a more fulfilling and happier life for positive life changes. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you through your journey in therapy.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant Personality
Blended Family Issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment Issues
Communication problems
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Dependent Personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Family Problems
Gender Dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and Discrimination
Self-Harm
Self-love
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Brenda Wicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720118995.
- LMFT · California · 51256 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Brenda Wicks
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Brenda is mindful, curious, and respectful in regards of my lived experience and struggles. She is inviting and easy to talk to. The fluidity of our sessions makes me feel heard and grounded. Brenda brings wisdom and knowledge to our session and provide resources to help support me through my therapy. Since my therapy with Brenda, I have become more open about therapy and the benefits that comes out of it. I also recommended therapy to friends and family to try therapy.
Brenda is someone who truly listens to you, validates you, and makes you feel heard. I value the time I get to talk with her and look forward to every session I have. I appreciate her expertise, compassion, and understanding in all that I share with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Brenda Wicks offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brenda Wicks works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Brenda Wicks speak?
Brenda Wicks speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brenda Wicks have?
Brenda Wicks has 20 years of experience.
Where is Brenda Wicks licensed to practice?
Brenda Wicks is licensed to practice in California.
Does Brenda Wicks accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Brenda Wicks does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Brenda Wicks offer?
Brenda Wicks offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Brenda Wicks?
Brenda Wicks can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Brenda Wicks?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.