About Brenda
Brenda Sanders is a licensed master social worker who focuses on practical help for people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship problems. She writes and talks plainly, and aims to help clients find steadier footing through real-world strategies and steady support. Brenda draws on six years of experience across a range of clinical settings.
She has worked in adult homeless programs, substance use treatment, returning citizens services, outpatient mental health, and agencies serving autistic children.
How Brenda works
That variety shapes how she approaches common concerns like mood shifts, trauma, and substance use. Her training includes Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. She uses these methods to help clients identify patterns, practice new skills, and improve relationships and emotional regulation.
Brenda holds a Master of Social Work from Wayne State University and the Michigan Licensed Master Social Worker credential (LMSW). Earlier degrees include a Bachelor in Family and Community Services and an Associate of Science. She also has experience in gerontology and substance use counseling.
In sessions she works collaboratively, breaking problems into manageable steps. She supports parents dealing with parenting strain, people coping with life changes, and those managing mood, attention, or addiction challenges. Her approach balances practical skill-building with attention to emotions.
People who want straightforward guidance and steady support may find her approach helpful. She aims to assist, support, and empower clients when they decide to make a change.
Brenda lists 10 ways of working on the entry:
What Brenda works with
The areas below are the ones Brenda selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Anger management
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Coaching
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
Training and background
| Register | LMSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 6 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Michigan |
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Online support options
How her approaches translate to online care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early connections shape present relationships and emotional responses; it helps people notice patterns in how they seek closeness and safety. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and experiences, giving space for them to lead the conversation while the therapist offers understanding and reflection. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns and goals, then suggest what methods might fit best. Together you can try approaches and adjust them based on what feels useful and realistic for your life.
Online therapy with Brenda can use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make sessions more convenient. Video lets you work face to face and practice emotion-focused work. Phone calls use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat and messaging allow brief check-ins, skill practice, and flexible communication between sessions. These options help people access consistent support while balancing daily responsibilities.
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