Brandon Barksdale, LSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Brandon Barksdale

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Strength-Based

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Brandon Barksdale

Brandon Barksdale, LSW, is a therapist at Tides Mental Health who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioral concerns, grief, and life transitions. His approach is warm, patient, and strengths-based — grounded in your culture, your community, and your whole story. Brandon is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois practicing under clinical supervision. At Tides, your care is supported by an integrated team, so you're never navigating this alone.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Therapy with me feels like a real partnership. I'm not here to tell you what to do or judge where you're starting from — I'm here to work with you, at your pace, toward goals that feel meaningful and realistic for your life. Sessions are warm and conversational, and I'll always make sure you feel respected and supported before we go anywhere that feels difficult. Whether you're bringing something specific or just a general sense that things aren't working, that's enough to start. We'll figure out the rest together.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

We'll start by getting to know each other — what's bringing you in, what you've tried before, and what you're hoping for. I'll listen more than I talk in our early sessions, and together we'll build a plan that actually fits your life. From there, we'll work on the skills and insights that matter most to you — whether that's managing emotions, understanding your patterns, improving communication, or building more confidence. I revisit goals regularly to make sure our work stays relevant as things shift for you. I look forward to meeting you.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Brandon Barksdale, LSW also offers online video visits for patients

Tides Mental Health

3000 N Halsted St, Ste 803, Chicago, IL 60657

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Education and background

Practice names

Tides Mental Health

Education and training

University of Illinois Chicago, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1053107771

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Brandon Barksdale?

Generally, Brandon Barksdale has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Brandon Barksdale's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Brandon Barksdale accepting new patients?

Brandon Barksdale generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Brandon Barksdale's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Brandon Barksdale accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Brandon Barksdale online?

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What practice does Brandon Barksdale work with?

Brandon Barksdale works with Tides Mental Health.

Where is Brandon Barksdale's office located?

Brandon Barksdale has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Brandon Barksdale's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Brandon Barksdale?

Brandon Barksdale frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Brandon Barksdale on their profile.