LMHC

Brenda Wilson , LMHC

Therapist in Washington

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About Brenda

Brenda Wilson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings two decades of experience supporting people through addiction, mood disorders, grief, relationship struggles, and other life challenges. She is licensed in Washington as an LMHC - a professional credential that indicates formal training and experience in providing psychotherapy - and she also holds licensure as a chemical dependency counselor in Texas, reflecting experience with substance use treatment. Brenda's background spans both inpatient and outpatient settings, where she has worked with individuals and families coping with issues such as bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and caregiving fatigue.

Her approach centers on treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and on tailoring conversations and treatment plans to match an individual’s specific needs and goals. She emphasizes practical coping skills alongside emotional processing, and she supports clients as they take steps toward greater fulfillment and well-being. Seeking change takes courage, and Brenda focuses on empowering and supporting people through that process while honoring their unique experiences and strengths.

Evidence-Based Care Delivered Online

Brenda Wilson uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical skills and addressing underlying patterns. One approach emphasizes skills-based coping strategies - teaching problem-solving, emotional regulation, and stress-management tools that help people navigate anxiety, depression, and day-to-day triggers. Another focus is on addiction-informed care and relapse prevention - collaborating on plans to manage cravings, reduce harm, and rebuild routines that support recovery. She also integrates supportive trauma-aware methods to help clients process painful experiences and strengthen resilience after trauma or loss.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Brenda approaches treatment collaboratively, exploring a client’s needs, goals, and preferences to determine which techniques fit best and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can occur by video call for face-to-face connection, by phone for accessibility, or through live chat and text-based messaging for shorter check-ins and ongoing support. These options make it easier for people to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Brenda Wilson have?

Brenda Wilson has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Brenda Wilson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: WA LMHC LH00005933.

In which languages does Brenda Wilson provide therapy?

Brenda Wilson provides therapy in English.

Where is Brenda Wilson located?

Brenda Wilson is located in Washington.

How can I work with Brenda Wilson as my therapist?

You can work with Brenda Wilson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brenda Wilson work with international clients?

Brenda Wilson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brenda Wilson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English

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