Brandi Read

As a therapist, I show up as a real person first. I fully believe in the power of growth--even when it's messy. I've faced my own challenges, and I know what it feels like to be stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain tired. Therapy isn't about fixing you; it's about helping you reconnect with your strength.

With experience in both high-acuity and crises, I specialize in addressing mood/personality disorders, unresolved trauma, anger management, and behavioral issues.

I also serve as a Disaster Mental Health Service Associate volunteer for the American Red Cross, providing psychological first aid to disaster survivors and responders.

I take a humanistic, person-centered approach, integrating Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (CBT and DBT) to build mindfulness, stress tolerance, emotional intelligence, and effective communication. As a Solution-Focused Therapist, I focus on empowering you to find practical solutions to the challenges you’re facing.

My therapy style is a "tough love" approach where I ask questions to challenge your thoughts, which will lead to self-reflection and awareness to relieve anxiety and feel more empowered.

I help build self-esteem, confidence, and resiliency levels, enhance communication skills, teach coping strategies, and improve emotional intelligence and regulation.

During the first session, we'll discuss what brought you to therapy, your therapy goals, and how I can help. From there, we'll work together to meet those goals and improve your overall mental health and well-being.