Brenda Haney, LCSW

Brenda Haney is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Ohio, Oregon, and Arizona with 27 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, anger management, depression, and self-esteem concerns, and brings a depth of experience addressing related issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, family and blended family challenges, and substance use concerns.

Brenda approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment to reflect individual circumstances and goals. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional support, drawing on evidence-based therapies to help clients build skills, process difficult experiences, and pursue healthier relationships and coping patterns.

She collaborates with clients to create tailored plans rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, honoring the courage it takes to begin therapy and meeting clients where they are in the change process. Brenda provides steady clinical support as clients work toward more satisfying, balanced lives.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Therapeutic Care

Brenda integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside Motivational Interviewing to address a range of concerns in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills for managing depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills - useful for anger management, trauma-related reactions, and intense emotional responses. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that strengthens a person’s motivation to change and is especially helpful for substance use and other areas where ambivalence may slow progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Brenda works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made and priorities evolve. Licensed professionals can combine these approaches to create a personalized plan that feels manageable and relevant.

Online therapy with Brenda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and communication style. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a therapist while balancing work, family, and daily responsibilities.