Brendan is compassionate and thoughtful and provides an open ear and helps prompt your thinking.
Brendan Twist, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Brendan 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 Brendan. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York and Montana
Recent reviews
Patient, attentive, validating
More about Brendan
- 7 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I work with adults, children, and families on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, addictions, grief, anger, family discord, and workplace distress. My goal is to bring warmth and acceptance to all my sessions and to provide clients with concrete skills that they can use to help solve their problems and live more fulfilling lives.
My core modality is DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), which teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness (learning to nurture relationships while also getting your needs met). I'm also trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), narrative therapy, and play therapy.
If you or a loved one is dealing with a mental health issue, you're struggling with one or more of the relationships in your life, or you simply feel like you're in a rut, I encourage you to reach out! I believe in building trusting relationships and collaborating to find strategies that help clients feel happier and more balanced.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Brendan Twist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538703368.
- LCSW · New York · 095499 · Expires April 2026
- LCSW · Montana · BBH-LCSW-LIC-39110 · Expires December 2024
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 Brendan Twist
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Brendan is compassionate and thoughtful and provides an open ear and helps prompt your thinking.
Patient, attentive, validating
Frequently asked questions
Does Brendan Twist offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brendan Twist 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 Brendan Twist speak?
Brendan Twist speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brendan Twist have?
Brendan Twist has 7 years of experience.
Where is Brendan Twist licensed to practice?
Brendan Twist is licensed to practice in New York and Montana.
Does Brendan Twist accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Brendan Twist 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 Brendan Twist offer?
Brendan Twist offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Brendan Twist?
Brendan Twist 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 Brendan Twist?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.