About
- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- Grief and loss
About Brian
Dr. Brian Green is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addiction concerns, and grief. He also lists family-related issues and intimacy-related concerns among his focuses.
He uses practical conversation to help people sort immediate problems and make manageable changes. Sessions tend to involve direct discussion of current struggles, goal-setting, and planning small steps to reduce distress. The tone is straightforward and focused on what can be done now.
Brian also addresses longer-running patterns connected to upbringing and attachment. He helps people talk through family of origin issues, fatherhood concerns, and communication problems. That work looks at how past relationships shape current reactions and habits.
For people coping with life transitions he offers support in adapting to new roles and stresses. He works with issues like career changes, aging and geriatric concerns, adoption and foster care questions, and the practical effects of sleep problems and impulsivity.
Clients with first responder backgrounds, HIV/AIDS related concerns, hoarding, or disruptive mood dysregulation disorder related questions are also noted areas of focus. He lists ADHD and isolation or loneliness among his areas of attention.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow the standards expected of a California LCSW. Anyone interested in beginning work is asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Dr. Green lists evidence-based therapeutic techniques as his clinical approach. That generally means using structured methods to address symptoms, for example brief problem-solving work that helps people break down overwhelming issues into actionable steps. This can help with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.Another common approach is focusing on past relationship patterns and attachment. This looks at how early family relationships shape current reactions and communication. It can be useful for family of origin issues, fatherhood concerns, and intimacy-related difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans based on progress and preference. That means trying practical tools first, then shifting strategies if something does not fit.
The biography does not list which online session formats are used, so confirm available formats before booking. Online therapy can make fitting sessions into a busy week easier, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let someone choose a session style that suits their energy level, such as keeping video off for a quick check-in or scheduling during a work break.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of home and family concerns does he address?
He lists family problems, family of origin issues, fatherhood issues, and communication problems among his focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses practical, conversation-based sessions that focus on current struggles, goal-setting, and small steps to reduce distress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He holds five years of professional experience as a clinician alongside his California LCSW credential.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.