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Brian Wrightsman

Therapist
11 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a therapist who believes healing happens through understanding, connection, and steady support. I work with clients ages 16+ who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and chronic stress. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel more regulated and empowered. In therapy, you can expect a calm environment, clear guidance, and a relationship built on trust. My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and equipped with tools that make life feel more manageable and meaningful.

My approach to therapy

I take a collaborative, trauma‐informed approach to therapy. I believe healing happens through connection, clarity, and steady support. I work alongside you to understand your patterns, explore what’s getting in the way, and develop tools that help you feel more grounded and capable in your daily life.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a calm, welcoming conversation where we get to know each other and explore what brought you in. I’ll ask a few grounding questions about your history, your current stressors, and what you’re hoping to change, all at a pace that feels comfortable. You can expect a steady, supportive environment with no pressure to share more than you want to, and by the end we’ll have a clear sense of direction and a plan for moving forward together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Holistic, Inquisitive, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    11 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Iowa College
  • License type
    LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) (Iowa)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Stress management, Men's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Biofeedback, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    974 73rd Street Suite 24
    West Des Moines, IA 50265

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