- Thoughts and habits
- Goal oriented
- Warm listening
About Brenda
Rev. Brenda Coffin is a Pennsylvania-licensed clinical social worker with 24 years of practice. She emphasizes respectful, sensitive care and aims to tailor conversations and plans to each person's situation.
Her work often addresses stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, and struggles with addictions and eating. She also gives attention to burnout and compassion fatigue. She strives to meet people where they are and move at a pace that feels manageable.
Brenda uses straightforward talk therapy and draws on approaches that focus on thoughts and everyday habits. She helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try small changes that fit daily life. Sessions center on clear goals and practical steps rather than complex jargon.
Her style is warm and down-to-earth. She listens first, then adapts techniques to match a person's needs and preferences. Clients can expect a collaborative process with room to set the pace and focus.
Over two decades of practice have given her experience with a wide range of life challenges, including caregiving stress, chronic illness, grief, attachment concerns, and issues around body image and commitment. She welcomes questions and encourages a simple first step toward support.
Her work often addresses stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, and struggles with addictions and eating. She also gives attention to burnout and compassion fatigue. She strives to meet people where they are and move at a pace that feels manageable.
Brenda uses straightforward talk therapy and draws on approaches that focus on thoughts and everyday habits. She helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try small changes that fit daily life. Sessions center on clear goals and practical steps rather than complex jargon.
Her style is warm and down-to-earth. She listens first, then adapts techniques to match a person's needs and preferences. Clients can expect a collaborative process with room to set the pace and focus.
Over two decades of practice have given her experience with a wide range of life challenges, including caregiving stress, chronic illness, grief, attachment concerns, and issues around body image and commitment. She welcomes questions and encourages a simple first step toward support.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and decisions about relationships or caregiving. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and trying concrete, practical changes to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and support, giving people space to set the pace and topics while the therapist reflects and clarifies.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That plan can be adjusted as needs change, so clients play an active role in shaping treatment.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the currently offered session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, help maintain continuity during life changes, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also reduce travel time and make regular appointments simpler to keep. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for meeting times and how to structure sessions to support everyday habits and thought changes.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, addictions, eating concerns, parenting strain, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue among other areas.
How does she approach therapy?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She tailors conversation and strategies to fit daily life, focusing on thoughts and everyday habits and clear goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns in Pennsylvania.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start sessions?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.