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Bridgitte Branagan

Therapist(she/her)
28 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

"Anxiety isn’t always panic. It can feel like racing thoughts, perfectionism, or being constantly ‘on edge’—even when life looks fine."

"Here’s one thing you can do right now: Place your hand on your chest, exhale slowly, and say, ‘I’m safe in this moment.’ Repeat it three times. This helps signal safety to your nervous system."

"I’ve spent 25 years helping adults break the cycle of overwhelm. With evidence-based tools and deep emotional support, you’ll finally feel calm, clear, and back in control."

💬 Free 15-min consult | Private-pay therapy available 🧠 Anxiety, stress & overthinking support 🌐https://sites.google.com/view/bridgittehammaker/home

My approach to therapy

I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel truly seen and supported. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems, with a strong focus on helping you regulate your nervous system and understand your emotional patterns.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, or life transitions, I tailor our work to your unique needs—offering practical tools, deep insight, and compassionate care. Together, we’ll move beyond coping and toward lasting change, so you can feel grounded, confident, and more like yourself again.

What you can expect from me

Imagine what it will be like; Each session is designed to leave you feeling more grounded, clear, and empowered.

You’ll walk away with practical tools to manage anxiety, a deeper understanding of your inner world, and compassionate support to help you move forward.

Whether it’s learning how to calm your nervous system or untangling patterns that keep you stuck, our work together is focused on creating real, lasting change—at your pace and in a way that feels right for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    28 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Maryland
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety
  • More specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    English