Very much consistent and shows her concern and allows daily feedback for her to adjust methods that work for you.
Brenda Wise, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Brenda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Brenda. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Brenda is a wonderful and caring therapist. She has been a great listener while thoughtfully advising when necessary. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a quality counselor!
More about Brenda
- 29 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Welcome! My name is Brenda Wise and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I also have my CAADC, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have over 29 years of experience working in various counseling settings to include: substance abuse counseling for a drug and alcohol out-patient treatment facility, faith-based counseling, and working with clients struggling with grief, marriage problems, anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns. Often times people just need someone to help them get through a difficult time in their lives, counseling provides that additional support.
In order to determine which treatment approach will best help my clients, I evaluate each client’s individual situation then utilize whichever therapeutic technique will be most successful in helping them overcome the obstacles they face. I integrate treatment theories to meet the needs of my clients. My primary focus is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) where I help the client challenge their negative thoughts that will often times lead to negative behaviors. I will also incorporate Psychoeducation as needed to help my client understand possible coping and problem-solving skills.
I would describe my style of counseling as supportive and encouraging. My counseling sessions are centered around the client learning to recognize how to overcome the obstacles in their life and/or relationships. Often times this will include improving communication skills and learning to rebuild trust with self and others. I encourage self-care and discuss the importance of boundaries of self and others. I believe setting goals is imperative for both the individual and the overall treatment process; I believe we all need to establish short-term and long-term goals for ourselves, our relationships, and our careers.
Specialties
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Isolation, low self-esteem
Family relationships, Marriage concerns
Coping with life changes; grief
Substance abuse/addictions
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Codependency
Communication problems
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Eating and Food-Related Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Life purpose
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn
exercise
gambling)
Self-Harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Brenda Wise's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558994483.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC007958 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Brenda Wise
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very much consistent and shows her concern and allows daily feedback for her to adjust methods that work for you.
Brenda is a wonderful and caring therapist. She has been a great listener while thoughtfully advising when necessary. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a quality counselor!
Brenda is personable and professional when my first session was completed I felt empowered. I have a way to go, but I felt much better.
Brenda has been great. Very accommodating and insightful.
Brenda has been awesome!!
I have had a fantastic experience with Brenda and would strongly recommend her
I have greatly enjoyed having Brenda as my therapist. She is an excellent listener and has helped me grow since I started working with her last year. I’ve made great progress since I have had her on my team and could not imagine working with another therapist at this time.
She’s amazing and gives concrete advise and steps to help you get what you really need. Couldn’t talk more highly of her!
Brenda has been very helpful with chatting with me to put me on the right direction to having a clearer mind while keeping my son in a safe and healthy environment.
Brenda is thoughtful and insightful. There's something in her last name! She encourages adeptly, having a good sense of what I'm ready to take on, but where I might need a little nudge. Tremendously supportive!
Brenda is very knowledgeable, very caring and compassionate. Its been a big help having her help me through some tough times.
I have been working with Brenda since summer 2020. I can not express how much she has helped me grow during these last couple months. She has taught me so much about myself while always remaining unbiased and understanding. Brenda has helped me not only navigate life in a pandemic, but also has helped me manage my anxiety and depression better. I look forward to continuing to work on myself with Brenda's help.
I believe she genuinely cares about what im going through and wants to help me resolve my issues.
Brenda is very knowledgeable and remains unbiased. she’s been a huge help to me so far!
Brenda is amazing! I have worked with various counselors in my life, but her approach with CBT has really helped me deal with ADHD and my eating disorder in a productive way that no one else has even come close to. Additionally, her caring and attentive manner means she is always aware of what I've talked with her about and can tie it into her approach to working with me. I don't know how she remembers it all and manages to bring it back to helping me, but she does. It has made a positive difference in my life.
Brenda has saved my life. I appreciate her and all she does. This Better Help program has had a positive effect on my personal life, my son is also enrolled with a different counselor. Thank you
Ms. Wise is very understanding, non judgmental and great at touching base even when I haven’t been in contact
Very professional, very understanding, strongly recommend.
Within just a few weeks Brenda has made me feel comfortable and understood. The resources she provides are relevant and thoughtful, and the experience has felt very personalized. I really appreciate the different methods of communication that this platform offers, and Brenda uses them all very well.
Brenda has been incredible shes just constantly going and thinking about ways to help me even though I know i'm not her only client. She is so caring and helpful I've already told about 4-5 people about better help just in the first week of using it.
Thanks for your guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Does Brenda Wise offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brenda Wise works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Brenda Wise speak?
Brenda Wise speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brenda Wise have?
Brenda Wise has 29 years of experience.
Where is Brenda Wise licensed to practice?
Brenda Wise is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Brenda Wise accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Brenda Wise does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Brenda Wise offer?
Brenda Wise offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Brenda Wise?
Brenda Wise can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Brenda Wise?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.