Natalie Brandes

Natalie holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Parent Coach. Her clinical work is informed by an integrative approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Her work with clients often involves identifying and challenging irrational beliefs, practicing radical acceptance, and implementing behavioral activation techniques. Natalie’s approach focuses on both practical skills and deeper emotional work, helping clients develop greater insight, emotional regulation, and self-compassion.

Natalie has a special interest in the areas of developmental trauma, attachment, and family issues. She offers a steady, compassionate presence that helps client’s feel safe, seen, and supported. She firmly believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a path towards growth and healing.

Natalie brings experience in both individual and group therapy, with a recent focus on community behavioral health. In her role as an outpatient clinician, she worked with adult and adolescent clients presenting with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, substance use disorders, codependency, and disabilities.

In addition to her clinical training, Natalie draws on a breadth of lived experience that informs her therapeutic approach. Her background includes navigating the complexities of parenting neurodivergent children, crisis intervention, adolescent treatment programs, international adoption, divorce, and co-parenting. This perspective enhances her capacity for empathy and supports a grounded, collaborative presence in her work with clients.