Brandon Porsandeh, LCSW

Brandon Porsandeh is a California-licensed LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 8 years of clinical experience supporting people facing a range of mental health challenges. He focuses particularly on obsessive-compulsive disorder - helping clients recognize that, despite how disabling OCD can feel, there are effective, evidence-based ways to reduce symptoms and regain control of daily life.

He also works with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem issues, career-related stress, ADHD, and the transitions that come with life changes. Additional areas of attention include social anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, mood disorders, communication difficulties, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and personality-related concerns.

Brandon approaches therapy with an emphasis on practical strategies and collaborative care. He acknowledges the courage it takes to seek help and aims to empower clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. He is experienced in supporting people through difficult emotions and complex experiences, and he partners with each person to identify goals and build skills that fit their day-to-day reality.

Brandon provides services in English and accepts clients in California as well as international clients who can benefit from his areas of specialization.

CBT-Informed Care and Online Access

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the primary clinical approach Brandon uses. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior, teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, and compulsive behaviors. It is goal-oriented and often involves collaborative exercises and strategies that clients can apply between sessions.

In practice, Brandon adapts CBT techniques to address the particular challenges clients bring, such as stress, relationship difficulties, attention and impulsivity concerns, and grief. He works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs and goals, adjusting the approach as progress and preferences emerge.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to access consistent care without major scheduling or travel barriers. These options allow for flexible session formats, ongoing check-ins, and skill practice that integrate into daily life, which can be especially helpful for people balancing work, family, or geographic constraints.