- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness work
About Brent
Brent Hale is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 33 years of professional experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression, and includes social anxiety and phobia among his focus areas.
He prefers a straightforward, client-centered way of working. Sessions start by listening to what matters most and then looking at practical steps that fit day-to-day life. He invites people to talk through their concerns about relationships, loneliness, guilt, and life purpose so they can decide what feels most useful.
Brent uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity. Motivational Interviewing helps when making changes feels overwhelming.
In session he aims to keep things concrete and action-oriented. Conversations often include skill practice, real-life experiments, and short exercises to try between meetings. He explains options clearly so people can choose what fits their schedule and goals.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Brent practices in California and has many years helping people manage stress, cope with life changes, and work through social anxiety and phobia using practical strategies.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Brent often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thinking patterns and test new behaviors. CBT sessions typically involve identifying specific situations, noticing thoughts and actions, and trying small experiments to see what changes. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach practical tools for managing strong emotions and reducing reactivity.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what has helped in the past and adjust techniques as progress is made.
The biography does not list exact online formats, so confirm session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. For people who prefer to practice skills between meetings, online sessions can support reviewing exercises and setting homework that fits everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
33+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and social anxiety and phobia among other related concerns.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He takes a client-centered approach that begins with listening and moves to practical steps and skill practice based on what the person wants to work on.
How much experience does he have?
He has 33 years of professional work experience helping people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and related issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices in that state.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.