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- DBT skills
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Brendan
Brendan Twist is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Montana and New York with seven years in practice. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, career difficulties, depression, and coping with life changes using approaches he describes as DBT, CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered work.
Brendan works with adults, children, and families on a range of concerns including addiction, grief, anger, family conflict, and workplace stress. He focuses on giving concrete skills that people can use between sessions. Sessions emphasize practical strategies and clearer ways to handle strong emotions and difficult interactions.
His primary approach is dialectical behavior therapy, which teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Motivational interviewing is part of his work with substance use and when someone wants help finding personal motivation.
In sessions he aims to build a working relationship and to collaborate on goals and strategies. He uses short exercises, skill practice, and conversation to address communication problems, loneliness, workplace issues, and questions about life purpose. Brendan also draws on narrative ideas to help people reframe challenging experiences.
People considering Brendan for therapy should note his stated focus areas and the specific approaches he uses. He sees clients in New York and holds LCSW credentials in MT and NY. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted at this time.
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How Brendan uses evidence-based approaches online
Dialectical behavior therapy teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships. It is often used for mood disorder symptoms, anger, and intense emotional reactions.Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-world changes. It helps with anxiety, depression, and workplace or social worries by pairing thought work with action steps.
Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and can support work on substance use or shifting life patterns. It uses reflective listening and collaborative planning to build motivation.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Brendan will work with each person to identify goals and try methods that match those goals. He frames this as a collaborative decision based on needs, preferences, and what proves helpful in early sessions.
Confirm current session formats before booking to know which remote options are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also let people use mindfulness and skill practice in their usual environments while working with a licensed professional.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York, Montana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include addiction, communication problems, loneliness, and workplace issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses DBT, CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered methods. Sessions aim to teach practical skills and clarify goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of practice experience. That span covers work with mood disorders, addictions, and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW credentials in Montana and New York and is located in New York. The credential is listed as LCSW.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. No other languages are listed.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time. Work is focused on clients within the stated region.
How are sessions scheduled and billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the clients chosen plan and region.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process begins the initial match and booking steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.