Brenda is so kind, easygoing, understanding, and a great listener! She always sprinkles in something deep for me to chew of for the week. I’ve had a great improvement in my overall mood, less anxiety, and empowered to face my problems.
Brenda Lauer, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Brenda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Brenda. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
I started seeing Brenda at the end of 2020. I did therapy once a year for a year after experiencing a death close to me. She helped me process is and learn how to continue life after such a traumatic experience. Now that I have my mental health tools I don't need sessions regularly, but every now and then I have an issue I want to discuss with Brenda and she always makes time and we pick up right where we left off. I cannot recommend her enough. I would not be where I am today without Brenda. I am forever grateful for her kindness, and support.
More about Brenda
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am currently working part time Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. I am EST and usually work afternoons.
I am a Licensed Professional counselor with over 15 years of experience as a therapist in a private practice and I am also a hypnosis coach. I have worked with a wide variety of clients, military, first responder, and other people from all walks of life. My clients were of various diagnosis: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, to name a few.
I have a gentle but warm counseling style. I believe in seeing the world from my clients eyes and then work on expanding the world view. I treat client with respect, compassion, and empathy. I have several therapeutic approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, rational emotive behavioral, mindfulness, and humanistic. I do not believe in the "cookie cutter" approach, I will get to know you and work with you on the approach the works best for you.
I believe therapy can be life changing for the better and it will be the best decision you can make, not just with me but any therapist. You are not alone and there are options to help better your mental health.
I would enjoy working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Brenda Lauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114077864.
- LPC · Missouri · 2003002001 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Brenda Lauer
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Brenda is so kind, easygoing, understanding, and a great listener! She always sprinkles in something deep for me to chew of for the week. I’ve had a great improvement in my overall mood, less anxiety, and empowered to face my problems.
I started seeing Brenda at the end of 2020. I did therapy once a year for a year after experiencing a death close to me. She helped me process is and learn how to continue life after such a traumatic experience. Now that I have my mental health tools I don't need sessions regularly, but every now and then I have an issue I want to discuss with Brenda and she always makes time and we pick up right where we left off. I cannot recommend her enough. I would not be where I am today without Brenda. I am forever grateful for her kindness, and support.
Very Lovely woman always has time for you and makes such a great effort would recommend her to everyone
Brenda is the best. She has never made me feel pressured in anyway, I feel comfortable working with her, and she is knowledgeable. I have been through my fair share of therapists and she has definitely created a safe space for me.
I am so grateful to have been connected with Brenda. She creates a safe space for me to share my emotions and never judges me. She helps me understand why I feel the way I do, and teaches me ways to cope. She always encourages me and I look forward to our sessions.
She knows what she's doing, she helped me a lot and she's a nice person. :3 I'd recommend her for sure!
Brenda is great! She is very understanding and accommodates my needs while working through the areas that I struggle with. I look forward to continuing to work and grow with her!
Brenda is amazing! She makes me understand why I am feeling the way I do and teaches me ways to break the habits that contribute to me feeling bad. She is so warm, friendly, knowledge and respectful. I consider myself lucky to have found her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Brenda Lauer offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brenda Lauer works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Brenda Lauer speak?
Brenda Lauer speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brenda Lauer have?
Brenda Lauer has 15 years of experience.
Where is Brenda Lauer licensed to practice?
Brenda Lauer is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Brenda Lauer accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Brenda Lauer accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Brenda Lauer offer?
Brenda Lauer offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Brenda Lauer?
Brenda Lauer can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Brenda Lauer?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.