- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT and mindfulness
About Brandy
Brandy Jastrow is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and motivation concerns. Sessions focus on practical steps and honest conversation rather than labels or lectures.
She uses straightforward, person-centered care that centers the client's goals. Brandy combines Client-Centered Therapy with cognitive and behavioral tools to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try different coping skills. She also draws on DBT and mindfulness strategies for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Her approach aims to build a steady working relationship. That means clear goals, regular check-ins, and adjustments when something is not working. Conversations can include skills practice, values clarification, and real-world problem solving for day-to-day stressors.
Brandy also uses motivational interviewing techniques when people feel stuck or unsure about change. This helps people explore reasons for change and find personal motivation to move forward. She makes time to address overlapping concerns such as sleep, substance use, or caregiving stress.
Practical matters like communication problems, career strain, and relationship tension are addressed alongside emotional concerns. Brandy can help with issues tied to identity, adoption and foster care history, aging, chronic illness, and neurodiversity. She encourages clients to try small, manageable steps between sessions.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. That first meeting clarifies goals and sets a simple plan for the next steps.
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Brandy often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. This approach helps people clarify goals and feel acknowledged while they work on real problems.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical method that looks at thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and changing habits by practicing new reactions and small experiments between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques and mindfulness practices are used to manage strong emotions and improve moment-to-moment awareness. These tools are helpful when emotions feel overwhelming or when someone needs concrete skills to get through hard moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration means plans can change as progress is made or new issues come up.
Session formats are not listed in the profile, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make scheduling easier, help fit therapy into a busy week, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let someone avoid travel time and use quieter surroundings to focus on skill practice and problem solving.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and related issues like sleep, eating, and substance use.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical, using clear goals, skills practice, and regular check-ins to track progress.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional therapist work experience in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds MI LMSW and WI LCSW credentials and practices in Wisconsin.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.