Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW)
She/Her

Thank you for being here. I understand how overwhelming it can be to reach out and search for a therapist who is hopefully the right fit for you. I am here to provide a comforting environment that meets you where you are in life and walk alongside as you achieve the meaningful goals you set. I utilize an eclectic approach that is fit for your individual needs and empowers your specific strengths. Everyone’s journey is different, and we all deserve a space where we feel heard, validated, and accepted.

Individual Counseling (children 9+, teens, adults):

I enjoy working with individuals throughout the lifespan and embrace those of all genders, race, sexual orientation, and backgrounds. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship and genuine empathy are critical pieces in the process of healing and change. I have a few areas of focus listed below, but I commonly work with an array of concerns. My special interests include:

• Anxiety
• Women’s Issues
• Shame
• Trauma & EMDR
• Relationships
• Eating Disorders
• LGBTQIA+
• Social skill building
• Mindfulness
• Neurodiversity including Autism Spectrum Disorder

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR):

I have specialized training and experience in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), helping children and adults heal from traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, phobias, and grief. I also use EMDR to help individuals increase their own internal coping abilities, mindfully connect with themselves, and work through negative beliefs.

Eating Disorders/Body Image Concerns:

Struggles with food and body can feel immensely isolating. Knowing you are not alone is one of the first steps towards healing, and I am here to assist you along the way. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome issues with eating disorders, negative body image, shame, or overall challenges/aversions with food. I utilize a variety of modalities that can help individuals work through underlying issues that may have influenced the development of an eating disorder, and concerns that are maintaining the eating disorder behavior. I lead with a genuine approach of body neutrality and health at every size, to help individuals enhance their overall self-evaluation and confidence in the process.

Neurodiversity:

My scope of practice also extends towards those with autism spectrum disorder/neurodiversity. I have extensive experience working with the neurodiverse community, including children and teens on the autism spectrum, allowing me to empathize with their experiences, help establish coping skills, and create an environment that is conducive to their style of connecting, growing, and socializing. We are all “wired” differently, and every one of us is unique in our own way. I approach neurodiversity with acceptance and compassion, helping individuals and families understand each other, and themselves, while also working through any challenges associated with communication, relationships, emotion regulation, and sensory processing issues.  

For Appointment Requests:

To request an appointment, call the office at 715-441-1828.

Brandi’s Email:  BrandiH@cftc-online.com

Education & Training:

• Bachelor of Arts – Psychology from UW-Stout
• Master of Social Work from UW-Madison
• EMDR Therapist - EMDRIA Approved

Insurances Accepted:

BCBS MN, Health Partners, Anthem-BCBS WI, Optum/UHC/Medica