Brenda Wicks, LMFT
Compassionate California LMFT for families and trauma
- Family and relationship focus
- Trauma and grief support
- CBT and DBT techniques
About Brenda Wicks
Brenda Wicks is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 23 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in a variety of mental health settings. She has worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, incarceration, pervasive developmental disabilities, anger issues, ADHD, crisis response, environmental stressors, and family and parental challenges. She also brings eight years of specialized experience assisting victims of violent crime, offering guidance and emotional support as they navigate traumatic events.
Her counseling style is supportive, interactive, and warm, and she approaches each person with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. Brenda does not rely on stigmatizing labels; instead she tailors conversations and treatment plans to meet each individual's unique needs. She blends evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with solution-focused and family-centered perspectives and humanistic principles to create practical, personalized strategies for change.
Recognizing that starting therapy can feel intimidating, Brenda emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, helping clients take courageous first steps toward processing stressors, triggers, and symptoms. Her aim is to support clients through challenges so they can pursue more fulfilling, positive life changes.
Her counseling style is supportive, interactive, and warm, and she approaches each person with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. Brenda does not rely on stigmatizing labels; instead she tailors conversations and treatment plans to meet each individual's unique needs. She blends evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with solution-focused and family-centered perspectives and humanistic principles to create practical, personalized strategies for change.
Recognizing that starting therapy can feel intimidating, Brenda emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, helping clients take courageous first steps toward processing stressors, triggers, and symptoms. Her aim is to support clients through challenges so they can pursue more fulfilling, positive life changes.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brenda Wicks have?
Brenda Wicks has 23 years of experience.
Is Brenda Wicks a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are CA LMFT 51256.
In which languages does Brenda Wicks provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Brenda Wicks located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Brenda Wicks as my therapist?
You can work with Brenda Wicks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brenda Wicks work with international clients?
Brenda Wicks does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brenda Wicks cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Brenda Wicks integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing a compassionate, nonjudgmental space that helps individuals explore their feelings and values so they can make meaningful changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy identifies patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches practical skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills to support people who struggle with intense emotions or challenging relationship patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Brenda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This partnership helps ensure therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for different schedules and life circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during transitions, manage busy calendars, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent, focused support.