Therapy Session in Florida

I am passionate about the world of mental health and I have been in this field since 2010. My specialty is substance use and addiction. I am a Master's Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) with the Florida Board. I also have skills in helping clients process symptoms of trauma, ADHD, parenting and identifying coping skills. I offer a non-judgmental and open-minded approach to help build rapport with my clients. I enjoy learning from others and working with diverse cultures. I also have experience assisting adults and children who live with symptoms of trauma. I hold knowledge and training in evidence-based modalities. Healing comes in stages and we all have room to grow. I am happy to take this journey with you.

Welcome! If you’re looking for more than just coping skills and are ready for real, lasting change, you’re in the right place. I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals and families on their journey toward healing and wholeness. My approach is relational, faith-informed (for those who desire it), and holistic—blending expressive arts, narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, and practical psychoeducation to help you build tools you can actually use in everyday life. I’ve had the privilege of working in school systems, faith-based communities, DJJ prevention programs, and nonprofit organizations, which has shaped my heart for serving youth, adolescents, and young adults with care and understanding. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD management, anger transformation, grief, trauma, personal growth, and Christian counseling. I also love partnering with parents who want support as they raise and nurture the next generation. Therapy is a collaborative process—you truly get out of it what you put in—and I work best with clients who are ready to show up, reflect, and grow. “Don’t just cope, be made whole.” It’s an honor to come alongside you and your family as you move toward healing, hope, and a more whole life.

Hello, I'm Brian! Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia, an approved Tele-Mental Health provider in Florida, and a Certified Keto and Intermittent Fasting Coach, I bring over two decades of experience in mental health and substance use counseling to our sessions. For the past 22-years, I've dedicated myself to helping individuals, families, and couples navigate their mental health journeys, and for the last 18 years, I've been doing so as a counselor. My therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in the power of understanding how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and how they impact our overall well-being. Together, we'll develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs, helping you gain insight and make meaningful changes in your life.

I help adolescents, young adults, adults, and families regain clarity, emotional control, and forward momentum when stress, pressure, or life transitions begin to take over. Many of the clients I work with are thoughtful, articulate, and capable, yet feel overwhelmed, stuck, or reactive in ways that don’t fully make sense to them. Stress may show up as overthinking, irritability, emotional shutdown, avoidance, or a constant sense of pressure to perform at school, at home, or in relationships. My approach focuses on helping clients understand how emotions and stress responses actually work — not just talking about feelings, but learning how to regulate them in real time. I help translate emotional experiences into clear, usable language and practical skills so clients can respond more effectively rather than feeling controlled by their reactions. Parents often seek therapy when they sense something isn’t working but aren’t sure how to help without escalating tension. I aim to support teens without pathologizing them, while also helping families understand the broader patterns contributing to stress and overwhelm. My style is calm, structured, and collaborative. Therapy doesn’t need to be chaotic or overwhelming to be effective. When clients feel understood, regulated, and equipped with the right tools, meaningful progress follows.