Branden Smith, MA, LPCC, MN | Psychotherapist

About Branden Smith

Focus areas

Bipolar Disorder

Psychological Trauma

Stress

Codependency

Relationship Struggles

Suicidal Tendencies

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Self-Harm / Injury

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Branden Smith

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor, and I provide therapy for adults looking to consider new thoughts, core beliefs, behaviors, and ideas about themselves as aspects of the world, while retaining a strong individual sense of identity. I only help you find more effective thoughts and beliefs that fit you, your values, and what you know to be true, though I will challenge you to explore ideas and facts you may not naturally consider as they appear in our work together. My approach I balance accepting you exactly as you are while encouraging you to change the parts of yourself you wish to change the most. Balance is a word I use often as there are opposites that may be true at the same time or multiple perspectives that all seem valuable but which may clash. You may be struggling with black and white thinking or habitual responses, when you may want to consider more nuanced and diverse options to solve your problems and challenge your emotions. As much value as there is in emotional experiencing, emotions are motivating urges that do not always fit the facts. They're a great signpost to encourage us to think more, but they may not always consider the entire truth. We will learn together how to think more clearly, respond instead of reacting, and tolerate distress even when we cannot get rid of it entirely. Let's learn skills and figure out how to increase our sense of control and focus when it suits us most. My focus My ideal clients are adults who are willing to challenge their current way of thinking and behaving while being willing to question how to uncover deeper truths about themselves and the world. Most people join therapy because something isn't working and there is tension in their life somewhere (whether internal, external, or both). It may be scary to consider your worldview doesn't always fit your life well, but I run on the foundational principle that our idea of the world is never static and never 100% accurate.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Minnesota

Education and training

Regis University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1861063430

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Branden Smith work with?

Branden Smith works with Rula Health - Minnesota.

What are common reasons for patients to see Branden Smith?

Branden Smith frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Branden Smith on their profile.