Michael Brennan, LCSW
Hopeful guidance for meaningful change
Details
| Name | Michael Brennan |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Nevada |
| Licensed in | Nevada |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 8 |
About Michael
Michael Brennan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Nevada with eight years of experience. He focuses on helping adults and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, addiction recovery, and big life changes. His work centers on reconnecting people with what matters and helping them move forward in ways that feel meaningful and doable.
He approaches sessions in a grounded, conversational way. He listens closely and stays present, paying attention to what is happening in the moment.
Background and approach
He values the therapeutic relationship and sees connection as a core part of healing. Michael draws from Narrative therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-based work, Client-centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when helpful. He uses mind-body awareness and co-regulation to support emotional regulation and calm.
He adapts these approaches to each person’s situation rather than following a fixed script. He is attentive to clients who have had difficult experiences with psychiatric or therapy systems. Michael takes those experiences seriously and works to explore grievances and confusion without dismissing them.
He also pays attention to social power dynamics and how systems affect personal struggles. Sessions are conversational and paced to allow full attention. He aims to offer a full hour and is open about occasionally running a few minutes behind.
If someone needs a strict start-and-stop schedule, he encourages honesty about fit so the work can be effective.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues among the things Michael works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Traumatic brain injury
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Attachment-Based Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT): Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Jungian Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Somatic Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Internal Family Systems: Listed by Michael among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Michael directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Michael directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Approaches that guide remote work and change
Michael often blends Narrative therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in online sessions. Narrative therapy helps people separate themselves from their problems by talking about life stories and identifying patterns they want to change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, committed actions that align with what matters most to the person.He also uses Attachment-based ideas to notice how relationships shape emotional responses and to strengthen ways of relating to others and oneself. These approaches can help with anxiety, grief, addiction recovery, identity questions, and major life transitions by making sense of difficult feelings and creating practical next steps.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. He will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust based on what helps most. The first sessions often focus on listening, building safety in the relationship, and deciding together which techniques to use.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video works well for face-to-face conversation and observing nonverbal cues. Phone calls can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth. Live chat or text-based messaging can support brief check-ins, ongoing coaching, or moments when writing feels easier than talking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does Michael help people with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction recovery, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and career concerns, among others.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is grounded, relational, and conversational. He listens closely, uses co-regulation and mind-body awareness, and adapts methods to the person in the room.
What is his professional background?
He has eight years of experience working in clinical and community settings as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in Nevada as an LCSW and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he can work with international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session based on the therapist's availability.
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