About Brian
Brian Mandel is a licensed social worker with over 30 years of experience. He practices as an LCSW and LCSW-R and works from Florida. He focuses on practical, everyday struggles like stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and difficulties with motivation.
He believes clients know their story best and builds on existing strengths. Sessions aim to be straightforward and supportive rather than full of jargon. The therapist helps people take small, steady steps toward clearer goals and better daily functioning.
How Brian works
Brian uses talk-based methods that help people notice patterns and try new approaches. He blends Client-Centered listening with tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Mindfulness and Emotionally-Focused ideas are also part of his approach when they fit a person's goals.
Over three decades he has worked with concerns ranging from addictions and relationship struggles to sleep and eating problems. He also addresses caregiver stress, chronic illness, aging-related issues, and end-of-life and hospice concerns. His background suits people facing big life transitions and ongoing mood challenges.
Sessions are offered in English and can be done by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Pricing varies by location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a person selects Start Therapy, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules sessions according to availability.
Brian lists 6 ways of working on the entry:
What Brian works with
The areas below are the ones Brian selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Anger management
- Body image
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Eating disorders
- Emptiness
- Family conflicts
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Intimacy-related issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Sleeping disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trauma and abuse
Training and background
| Registers | LCSW, LCSW-R |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 30 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Florida |
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Online support options
How Brian Uses Evidence-Informed Methods Online
Brian blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to guide online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and can find their own direction; it suits those needing support and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and mood issues. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches skills for managing intense emotions and improving coping, helping people who struggle with strong reactions or ongoing stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Changes are made together as progress and new challenges arise, so the plan stays useful and practical.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls let people read facial cues and have a fuller conversation. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat or text messaging supports shorter check-ins, quick reflections, and follow-up between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around daily life and appointments.
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