- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Relationship support
About Brenda
Brenda Broadnax is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Virginia who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship struggles. She draws on 23 years of experience supporting people with parenting and family concerns, communication problems, attachment issues, and post-traumatic stress. Her tone in sessions is warm and interactive. She treats people with respect and without judgment.
Brenda began her career providing therapeutic day treatment in a public school setting. She has worked in private practice and in county services, supporting people across a wide range of challenges. That work included supporting people affected by domestic violence, homelessness, human trafficking, and severe mental health diagnoses. Her background also includes work with adoption and foster care concerns and with caregivers under high stress.
In session she focuses on practical steps and everyday skills. She uses cognitive-behavioral strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also uses mindfulness techniques and dialectical skills to help manage strong emotions.
Attachment-based and client-centered ideas shape how she builds the relationship with each person. That means paying attention to connection, understanding past relationships, and listening closely to what people need in the moment. Brenda aims to help people notice what already works for them and build on those strengths.
Her experience spans children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. People who want a direct, compassionate clinician who values collaboration may find her approach practical and down-to-earth.
Using her approaches in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take small actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where someone wants clearer direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like depression and anxiety. It often includes homework and practical exercises. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships influence current patterns and helps people build healthier ways of relating to others.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit those needs. That plan can change as progress is made, and the client helps shape each step.
The original biography does not list which online formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around busy schedules, avoid travel time, and keep check-ins brief when needed. It also allows therapists to use exercises, worksheets, and mindfulness practices during a session in ways that fit home or work routines. Ask about session length and whether video, phone, or other formats are available when you schedule.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Virginia, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Brenda help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and trauma and abuse. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, parenting and foster care concerns, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive with an emphasis on respect and no judgment. Sessions focus on practical skills, emotion regulation, and building on the client’s existing strengths.
What kind of background does she have?
She has 23 years of clinical experience, including work in public school therapeutic day treatment, private practice, and county mental health services supporting a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and Virginia. Her practice is based in Virginia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to make sure they fit your needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and region.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.