Brittany Burke, LCSW

Brittany Burke is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Missouri who brings a steady, skill-focused approach to helping people manage intense emotions and life disruptions. With an emphasis on emotional regulation, she works with individuals confronting depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, and involvement with the criminal justice system. Her practice centers on setting collaborative goals and teaching practical skills to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

She creates a nonjudgmental space through active listening, validation, and empathy so clients can explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without feeling dismissed. Treatment plans are individualized and developed together, with clear steps to address the issues that brought someone to therapy. Brittany also offers advanced knowledge and experience supporting people who are navigating legal matters or criminal justice involvement.

Approaching therapy as a partnership, she emphasizes small, achievable changes that enhance quality of life and long-term wellness. Beginning therapy is framed as a courageous act, and she guides each person through the process with the aim of making life feel more manageable and meaningful. As an LCSW - a licensed clinician trained in clinical social work - she blends practical skill teaching with compassionate support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy so clients feel heard and can direct the pace and topics of change. It is helpful for building self-awareness, improving self-esteem, and navigating major life decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and learning concrete skills to change them - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be especially useful for intense emotions and impulsive behaviors.

Determining the right approach is a collaborative process. Brittany works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and will recommend or combine approaches that best fit the situation. This shared planning helps ensure therapy feels relevant and usable.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or transportation challenges and allow ongoing skill practice between meetings. Licensed professionals can deliver effective therapeutic work through these formats while adapting methods to each person’s pace and comfort.