- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Gottman work
About Brandi
Brandi S Thomas-Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with eight years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. She also works with clients managing grief, self-esteem, career changes, ADHD, and issues related to LGBT identity. Brandi approaches her work in direct, practical terms and focuses on helping clients notice and change patterns that cause day-to-day difficulty.
She meets adults and adolescents and adapts conversations to each person’s situation. In sessions she listens for how family of origin roles and expectations continue to affect current relationships. She combines evidence-informed tools with real-life problem solving so clients can try new ways of responding between sessions.
Brandi uses client-centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to address thoughts, behaviors, and emotional regulation. She also draws on Mindfulness practices and relationship work informed by the Gottman Method to improve communication and connection.
Her style is straightforward and focused on skills that people can practice outside session time. Brandi helps clients set concrete goals, track changes, and adjust plans when something is not working. She welcomes questions about what therapy will look like and what to expect in early sessions.
Brandi is based in Louisiana and provides services in English. She accepts international clients and works with a range of life-stage concerns including caregiving stress, blended family issues, aging-related topics, and chronic illness coping.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own perspective and priorities. It involves reflective listening and helping clients set goals they find meaningful. This approach is useful for people who want a collaborative, respectful process.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and the behaviors that follow. It uses clear exercises and homework to test new ways of thinking. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress related to family patterns.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. Skills include distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for communication and boundary issues.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Decisions about methods are made collaboratively and can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not specified in the supplied biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online appointments can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals adapt exercises and homework to the online setting so clients can practice skills between sessions.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address related to family patterns?
She helps people examine family of origin roles, attachment issues, and how childhood expectations shape adult relationships and behavior.
How does she approach therapy sessions?
She uses a practical, skills-based approach drawing on client-centered work, CBT, and DBT to change thoughts, behaviors, and emotional reactions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting, trauma and related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana and provides services from that state.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She accepts international clients.
What are the session formats available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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