- Warm and empathic
- Practical skills
- Values-focused
About Brenda
Brenda Lauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of therapy experience in private practice. She works part time, typically on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons Eastern Standard Time. Brenda has guided people through anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other challenges while also offering hypnosis coaching as part of her work.
Her style is warm and gently direct. She aims to see situations from the client's point of view before suggesting ways to expand perspective. Sessions focus on understanding thoughts, everyday habits, and emotional responses so people can try different choices in daily life.
Brenda uses a mix of approaches, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and client-centered methods. She avoids one-size-fits-all solutions and adapts methods to the person in front of her. That often means combining practical skills with attention to values and feelings.
Her background includes work with people from many walks of life, such as military and first responders, and clients with diagnoses like PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Brenda also addresses concerns related to grief, trauma and abuse, stress, anger, and relationship communication problems.
People who usually connect well with her are looking for a respectful, empathetic therapist who teaches tools for day-to-day change. She encourages collaboration and aims to help people take small, manageable steps toward clearer thinking and steadier mood.
Her style is warm and gently direct. She aims to see situations from the client's point of view before suggesting ways to expand perspective. Sessions focus on understanding thoughts, everyday habits, and emotional responses so people can try different choices in daily life.
Brenda uses a mix of approaches, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and client-centered methods. She avoids one-size-fits-all solutions and adapts methods to the person in front of her. That often means combining practical skills with attention to values and feelings.
Her background includes work with people from many walks of life, such as military and first responders, and clients with diagnoses like PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Brenda also addresses concerns related to grief, trauma and abuse, stress, anger, and relationship communication problems.
People who usually connect well with her are looking for a respectful, empathetic therapist who teaches tools for day-to-day change. She encourages collaboration and aims to help people take small, manageable steps toward clearer thinking and steadier mood.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Approaches that focus on thoughts, values, and feelings
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts without getting stuck in them and then pick actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and when someone wants more meaningful direction in life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change patterns that cause distress. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and everyday habit changes.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and building a respectful relationship so people feel understood and can explore change at their own pace.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Brenda works with clients to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She blends strategies when helpful and checks in regularly to see what is working.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people keep continuity of care when location changes, while the therapist and client decide together on the best session rhythm and tools for making progress.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Brenda help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression, plus related issues like body image, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and gentle while remaining practical. She focuses on thoughts and everyday habits and adapts methods to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 15 years of experience working in private practice and has supported people with a range of diagnoses and life situations.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing from Missouri.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she is able to work with clients internationally.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a therapy relationship?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.