LMSW
Catherine Brenen , LMSW
Therapist in Michigan
Online therapy - get matched and start messaging.
About Catherine
Her therapeutic style is warm and engaging and emphasizes nonjudgmental support rather than fear-based or condemning approaches. She aims to offer unconditional positive regard while helping clients move toward a more satisfying, higher-quality life. Catherine works collaboratively to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and goals.
Her clinical practice draws from several evidence-informed methods, combining solution-focused strategies with client-centered care, dialectical and cognitive-behavioral techniques, and, when appropriate, psychodynamic perspectives. She is credentialed as an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and brings years of practical experience to each therapeutic relationship. Catherine is ready to support clients through the courage it takes to begin therapy and to walk alongside them through their process of change.
Approaches That Guide Online Treatment and Support
Client-centered therapy focuses on building a supportive therapeutic relationship in which the client’s perspective leads the work. It helps people who need a reflective, empathic space to explore feelings, identity, and relationship patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers concrete strategies to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression by changing unhelpful thinking and behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies, teaching skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness - useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and problems with impulsive behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Catherine will collaborate with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she will adapt techniques over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges are available via live chat or text-based messaging. These options help people fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from the comfort of their own setting while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to individual circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Catherine Brenen have?
Catherine Brenen has 16 years of experience as a mental health provider.
Is Catherine Brenen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMSW. License details - MI LMSW 6801096367.
In which languages does Catherine Brenen provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Catherine Brenen located?
She is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Catherine Brenen as my therapist?
You can work with Catherine Brenen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Catherine Brenen work with international clients?
Catherine Brenen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Catherine Brenen 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 with therapy 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.
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Experience
16+ years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English
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