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Steven Brenner, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Practical therapy for stress and addiction recovery

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Steven Brenner

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLMHC
  • License listedLMHC, Florida (no. MH16710)
  • NPI number1457908121
  • Experience10 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse
  • Approaches includeAttachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Calm supportive listening
  • Skill focused work
  • Evidence informed methods

About Steven

Steven Brenner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida who helps people work through stress, anxiety, addiction, and major life changes. He focuses on building practical coping skills and clearer self-understanding so people can manage day-to-day challenges more easily.

He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about difficult feelings and patterns. Sessions often focus on concrete steps - noticing unhelpful thoughts, practicing calmer responses, and trying new behaviors between meetings.

Steven brings ten years of clinical experience to his practice. That experience includes supporting people who have faced trauma, relationship problems, and issues with substance use. He also helps those coping with mood fluctuations such as bipolar-related challenges.

His work uses several evidence-based approaches to meet each person's needs. Techniques include exploring attachment patterns, using client-centered listening, and applying cognitive tools to shift thinking and behavior. He also integrates mindfulness and EMDR-informed methods when they fit the goals of therapy.

People who reach out are guided to set clear, manageable goals. Treatment plans are practical and tailored to day-to-day life. For someone juggling stress, relationships, or recovery, he focuses on steady progress and skills that can be used outside the therapy room.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape expectations and reactions in adult life. Online sessions can provide a steady place to notice these patterns and practice new ways of connecting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different responses. It often uses short exercises and homework that translate well to remote sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and comfort. That means adjusting techniques and pace as needs change rather than sticking to one fixed plan.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online therapy helps fit appointments into busy schedules, reduces travel time, and makes it easier to keep regular meetings. It can also make shorter check-ins or focused skill sessions more practical on a weekday. If you want to work remotely, ask about the current formats offered when you schedule.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Steven focus on?

Steven works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, self esteem and mood concerns such as bipolar. He also addresses related topics like codependency, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.

What is his therapy style like?

He uses a practical, client-centered style that emphasizes listening and collaboration. Sessions mix reflection with skill practice to help people change thoughts and behaviors between meetings.

How much experience does he have?

He has ten years of clinical experience working with people facing trauma, addiction, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

What credentials and region apply?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.

Which languages and international options are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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