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Brian Arterbridge

Therapist
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I'm Brian Arterbridge! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals navigate anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, trauma, and difficult life transitions. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, dealing with past experiences, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to help you better understand what you're going through and find a healthier way forward.

I believe everyone deserves a space where they can feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves. My approach is warm, open-minded, and collaborative, and I enjoy helping clients recognize their strengths, gain new perspectives, and develop practical tools for everyday life. Together, we'll work toward meaningful changes that reflect your unique experiences, needs, and goals.

My approach to therapy

My approach is supportive, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable sharing your experiences and actively involved in the process. I'll take the time to understand your challenges, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and help you build on the strengths you already have.

I draw from strength-based, solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed approaches to help you gain insight and develop healthier ways of coping. Depending on your needs, our work may focus on managing anxiety or depression, improving communication, navigating family or relationship challenges, or working through difficult experiences. My goal is to help you feel more confident, supported, and equipped to make positive changes in your life.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and better understand what brings you to therapy. We'll talk about what you've been experiencing, what feels most important right now, and what you'd like to accomplish. You don't need to have everything figured out or know exactly where to begin.

You can expect me to be genuine, approachable, and actively engaged throughout the process. I'll listen without judgment, ask thoughtful questions, and work alongside you to identify meaningful goals and practical next steps. My hope is that you leave our sessions feeling heard, encouraged, and more confident in your ability to navigate life's challenges and move forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Other - Masters at Univeristy of Illinois
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Transgender issues, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Seeking Safety, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Play, Positive Psychology, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Psychodynamic, Relational, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Psychoanalytic, Motivational Interviewing, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Multi-Systemic (MST), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Gestalt, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Brief Dynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Behavioral, Behavior Management, Behavior Modification, Attachment Based, Art Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Children, Adolescents, Infants / Toddlers
  • Languages
    English