Brandon Washington, BCD, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Brandon Washington

Focus areas

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Coping Mechanism Development

Relationship Struggles

Life Transition

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Dialectical (DBT)

Integrative

Exposure Response Prevention

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Brandon Washington

I offer practical, collaborative psychotherapy shaped by clinical experience, military service, and a commitment to community well-being. I’m Brandon R. Washington, MBA, MSW, LCSW-BCD, co-founder and lead psychotherapist at Best Intentions Behavioral Therapy by YYW Services. I earned my Master of Social Work at the University of Southern California and my business degrees at the University of Phoenix. I am a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work. My background includes service in the U.S. Marine Corps and Army, work as a VA clinical social worker, and service as a federal investigator with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. These experiences inform my work with Veterans and military families, people navigating workplace or career stress, and individuals facing complex life transitions and barriers to care. My clinical interests include trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress and burnout, moral injury, relationship concerns, gender identity, co-occurring mental health and substance-use concerns, and justice-involved reentry. I offer gender-affirming mental health care. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy, skills coaching, and wellness planning. Care is individualized, culturally responsive, and focused on tools you can use in daily life. We set clear goals, practice coping and communication skills, and review your feedback and progress. When appropriate, coordinated peer support and Community Health Worker navigation can complement psychotherapy. California license: LCSW #100467. Board Certified Diplomate: BCD #61202.

What should a new client know about working with you?

You can expect a warm, direct and collaborative approach with practical goals. I welcome adolescents and adults, including Veterans, military families, and people navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, major transitions, workplace stress, or reentry after justice involvement. My military, VA and federal-investigator experience helps me understand how personal challenges and systems can interact. We will discuss your priorities, preferences and readiness, and choose tools that fit your daily life.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

We begin with an assessment of your concerns, strengths, supports, and goals. Together, we develop an individualized treatment plan. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Problem-Solving Therapy, with skills coaching and wellness planning. Sessions may include emotional regulation, coping, communication, boundaries, and practical steps between visits. We review feedback and progress regularly and adjust the plan. Peer support or Community Health Worker navigation may complement treatment when appropriate.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Office location

Brandon Washington, BCD, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Best Intentions Behavioral Therapy by YYW Services

1401 E 4th St, Ste B, Long Beach, CA 90802

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Education and background

Practice names

Best Intentions Behavioral Therapy by YYW Services

Board certifications

American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
University of Phoenix (Bachelor's)
University of Phoenix, Master's in Social Work

Professional memberships

National Association of Social Workers

NPI number

1265925820

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Brandon Washington accepting new patients?

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What practice does Brandon Washington work with?

Brandon Washington works with Best Intentions Behavioral Therapy by YYW Services.

Where is Brandon Washington's office located?

Brandon Washington has 2 office locations, including in Markleeville and Long Beach, view full addresses on Brandon Washington's profile.

Which board certifications does Brandon Washington have?

Brandon Washington is certified by American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work.

What are common reasons for patients to see Brandon Washington?

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