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Brian Stella

Therapist(He, him, his)
17 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I'm Brian. I specialize in helping with men's issues, anxiety, depression and relationships. I have experience working with individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community, Military/Veterans, and those who follow non-secular spiritual paths.

Life is a journey with many unexpected setbacks, life challenges and experiences. I am here to help you manage your journey. My practice is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals or master skills aimed toward improving their quality of life. I've been practicing for 22 years.

My approach to therapy

I work collaboratively with adults, couples, and adolescents in developing a uniquely tailored change plan to Adapt, Navigate and Overcome Life’s Challenges. Sometimes we encounter obstacles on life’s roads. Chart a new course. Change direction. It is said that “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Whether you feel stuck, you need support in figuring out what your next steps are or need to find new tools and strategies to move forward in your life, I am here to help you get to the path that best suits you. I believe there is hope in every situation and desire to help you find it. I believe in a client-centered, holistic approach to counseling.

What you can expect from me

My approach combines cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and mindfulness techniques- all tailored to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to start a journey-with the aim of a more fulfilling life. If you are ready to take your first steps, I am here to help support and empower you along your path. The best therapy is both practical and personal. While I use approaches backed by research, your unique needs, and goals will always shape our work together. Book with me through my calendar to schedule a session.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Challenging, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at University of Phoenix
  • License type
    LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Illinois), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Iowa)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Somatic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Attachment Based, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Experiential, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Seeking Safety, Bowen Family Systems, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English