What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Brendan's straight forwardness and honest sharing in his bio are what brought me to therapy with him. Those traits, along with gentle accountability, dissection of thoughts that are not ideal and old stories; with logic - reminders of basic tools and walking through them (1000+ times if necessary) - all kept me going. I needed someone to challenge my thoughts and he did that, in such a way that I was able to process and get to many conclusions on my own.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Brendon is very helpful in managing current strategies for dealing with issues . He also shows me techniques that are very useful .”
Less than 1 month ago
About Brendan Clarke
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Men's Mental Health Issues
Work-Related Counseling
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Mood Disorders
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Humanistic
Culturally Sensitive
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Brendan Clarke
I’m Brendan Clarke, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over a decade of treatment experience. I’ve worked with folks from all walks of life in outpatient, residential, in-home, school, and military environments. These days, I bring my breadth of experience to one-on-one practice to dive deep into productive, meaningful work.
I hold a Master of Education in Counseling Psychology from Cambridge College and a Bachelor’s degree from the College of the Holy Cross.
My approach
I bring an empathetic, person-centered approach to problem solving. In my practice, we identify your “wiring,” i.e., automatic thoughts inherited from your unique experience. Once that is figured out, we challenge irrational beliefs, paying attention to the ambivalence that naturally arises when thinking about change.
My focus
While experienced with most clinical presentations, the key thing I look for in a client is willingness to work on goals. Therapy shouldn’t last forever. After identifying wiring and replacing irrational beliefs with effective tools, the final step is real-world reps. At that point, I become the coach. Your life is the game. My end goal is to work myself out of a job.
My communication style
My style is informal and direct with a sense of humor. While empathetic, I’m willing to point out challenging thought habits and behaviors such as avoidance. I respect my clients enough to be honest while always kind and accepting.
My journey to mental healthcare
Like many therapists, I was a therapist before I was a therapist. Even as a kid, I was one of those “easy to talk to” people. After studying human thought and behavior, I discovered it was the “key” to a more fulfilling life. Besides making my practice more successful, I became a more effective friend, family member, and neighbor. We all seek peace of mind. I strongly believe therapy helps us get closer.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Cambridge College, MEd in Counseling Psychology
- College of the Holy Cross (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1588866834
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
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Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
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Truly fantastic, wouldn't have asked for anyone better.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Truly fantastic, wouldn't have asked for anyone better.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Brendan's straight forwardness and honest sharing in his bio are what brought me to therapy with him. Those traits, along with gentle accountability, dissection of thoughts that are not ideal and old stories; with logic - reminders of basic tools and walking through them (1000+ times if necessary) - all kept me going. I needed someone to challenge my thoughts and he did that, in such a way that I was able to process and get to many conclusions on my own.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Brendon is very helpful in managing current strategies for dealing with issues . He also shows me techniques that are very useful .
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Brendon is very helpful in managing current strategies for dealing with issues . He also shows me techniques that are very useful .
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Brendan's straight forwardness and honest sharing in his bio are what brought me to therapy with him. Those traits, along with gentle accountability, dissection of thoughts that are not ideal and old stories; with logic - reminders of basic tools and walking through them (1000+ times if necessary) - all kept me going. I needed someone to challenge my thoughts and he did that, in such a way that I was able to process and get to many conclusions on my own.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Seems to be able to connect dots
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Professional experience with compassion
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
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What practice does Brendan Clarke work with?
Brendan Clarke works with Rula Health - L.A. North.
What are common reasons for patients to see Brendan Clarke?
Brendan Clarke frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Brendan Clarke on their profile.
What languages does Brendan Clarke speak?
Brendan Clarke speaks English.
How do patients rate Brendan Clarke in reviews?
10 patients have reviewed Brendan Clarke. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.