Brendan Seibert, MA LMHC SUDPT

Growing up I always seemed to have a curiosity about why people behaved certain ways. I remember asking my mom and dad these questions all the time. When I started volunteer work as a crisis phone specialist, I felt immense compassion for the painful struggles people face.  When I was on the phone with another human being, truly at their limit, I learned how meaningful it was for them to have someone who would listen and care.  This was hugely rewarding for me on a personal level. I valued the trust these people placed in me to be that person for them in that moment. Yet, as grateful as I was to be there in a moment of tremendous need, I wanted a chance to be there for more than just a moment. I wanted to help people turn their situation around for good. This is why I decided to seek out more education and experience and become a professional counselor and pursue this as a career.

 

 

I initially set out to work with people struggling with anxiety and depression, as that is what I seemed to see most often.  As I finished my master’s program and moved into my internship, I realized how addiction can either fuel more anxiety and depression or become a self-medication tool to manage the distress anxiety and depression can cause. This motivated me to seek out extra training and experience working with substance use.  EMDR Therapy has become a cornerstone of my practice.  The gentle nature along with the high effectiveness has made this rewarding for my clients.

 

No matter if the focus of therapy involves beating anxiety, recovering from depression, or breaking a substance addiction, I have seen first hand how the first steps are difficult. Anxiety can make it overwhelmingly uncomfortable. Depression can steal all the energy, and a substance use addiction can create impulsive self-defeating actions. I know that if someone is feeling hopeless and overwhelmed, taking the first steps toward change can seem insurmountable. After having to embrace challenging changes in my own life, I know these can be overcome. Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than guiding someone toward those changes in themselves and grow into the version of themselves they want to be. If you are struggling with these, I want to help you.

 

I look forward to being a supportive connection for you and helping you grow into your best self.

 

Feel free to visit the appointment page to schedule an appointment. Let’s get you and your relationship on a path to being the best version!

 

I offer in-office or teletherapy sessions.  Online counseling is conducted using HIPAA compliant software for your confidentiality.