Great listeners and is able to give me tools to improve myself and my relationships with others.
J. Phyllis Brannen, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
J. 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 J.. View 15 reviews
- Great news, J. is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Phyllis is a highly trained, experienced, and empathic therapist who makes me feel seen and understood.
More about J.
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Professional with 22 years experience in Private Practice, a Community Mental Health Center and an Alzheimer’s Foundation. I have worked with mental health issues and addictions; caregivers and care-receivers; as well as clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, ADHD and numerous other concerns.
My counseling style is interactive and responsive. Together, we will explore your challenges, build your coping skills and find solutions that work. My approach is eclectic, combining many aspects, including empowerment, cognitive and behavioral elements. Your counseling will respond to your unique individual needs.
Your interest in counseling implies that you have the courage to change and grow. That is all you need to seek a happier, more fulfilling future. I am here to support and encourage you on this exciting journey!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Aging and Geriatric Issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
J. Phyllis Brannen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003993874.
- LCSW · Florida · SW6239 · Expires March 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 J. Phyllis Brannen
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great listeners and is able to give me tools to improve myself and my relationships with others.
Phyllis is a highly trained, experienced, and empathic therapist who makes me feel seen and understood.
On our first session, she was able to assess my needs and what I was going through and was able to offer ways to look at my situation which immediately helped me relax and start to cope in ways that weren’t difficult or daunting. She’s wonderful.
Great to talk to. Very understanding, calm, and intuitive. She really helped me her a better look at the bigger picture and figure out where I needed to focus my energy
Phyllis was awesome, highly recommend
Lovely and understanding, lots of positive energy!
J. Phyllis Brannen is a very relatable and a comfortable person to talk too. She gives practical homework that is not too much to bite off! She makes it easier to get better.
Phyllis is very understanding and has such a lovely energy that just makes you want to talk to her. And she gives immediate actions towards improvement, which I appreciate!
Love her! Look forward to speaking to her every week. She is full of joy and wisdom. She is helping me understand myself and my spiritual journey.
What a wonderful counselor, listener and supporter. She is in your corner but still remains real and focused on the issues at hand. I thoroughly appreciate her input and ideas and putting these into practice has helped me so much.
She is very welcoming and understanding. She is so sweet and very motivational. You can tell she is very passionate about what she does and she is very down to earth. Great counsellor highly recommend!!
Phyllis is truly exceptional. She has done a wonderful job in helping me sort through really complicated and timely issues in a way that provides simple, timeless, and thoughtful responses. My conversations with her always feel like a warm blend of experience, empathy, and wit. Helping to really narrow down what is truly happening and what I can do to change today for my future.
J. Phyllis Brannen is a fantastic counsellor, she responds in good time to my messages and really understands what I am going through.
Mrs Phyllis is very caring and helps you get over life obstacles by being positive. She will always encourage you to be strong and get better!
I love my counselor she has been very helpful and caring about my situation.
Frequently asked questions
Does J. Phyllis Brannen offer telehealth visits?
Yes. J. Phyllis Brannen 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 J. Phyllis Brannen speak?
J. Phyllis Brannen speaks English.
How many years of experience does J. Phyllis Brannen have?
J. Phyllis Brannen has 25 years of experience.
Where is J. Phyllis Brannen licensed to practice?
J. Phyllis Brannen is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does J. Phyllis Brannen accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, J. Phyllis Brannen accepts 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 J. Phyllis Brannen offer?
J. Phyllis Brannen offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with J. Phyllis Brannen?
J. Phyllis Brannen 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 J. Phyllis Brannen?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
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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.