Brendan McDonald, LPC, VA | Psychotherapist

About Brendan McDonald

Focus areas

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Confidence Issues

Therapy

Adult Psychotherapy

Depression

Therapy for Communication Issues

Burnout

Gender Affirming Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Strength-Based

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Brendan McDonald

Hey! I am Brendan, a licensed professional counselor, living and working in Richmond, Virginia. My goal, in every session, is to help you reach a point of empowerment and acceptance with yourself through compassionate and playful work together. You are the expert on you, I will follow and walk along this path with you. I will help you better understand yourself and how you wish to be. Through understanding there is compassion, through compassion there is liberation.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I primarily practice Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you identify your values and explore ways to become fulfilled in your life. I also pull from Motivational Interviewing and CBT to explore what skills may be relevant to help you. I bring in humor and explore new perspectives to help you find ways to be more effective in how you want to show up. I am here to help point out new paths or alternative routes.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In our first session, we will spend the bulk just getting to know each other. What do you do for fun; what do you want to be doing; what brings your joy; how can we build more joy and fulfillment for you? I want to explore what your goals are, what you have tried, and how you want to grow.

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In-network insurances

Aetna

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $0 for 15 minutes

Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront

Popular visit reasons

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Tsi-Ya Counseling Services

Education and training

Virginia Commonwealth University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1972315604

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Brendan McDonald?

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

Is Brendan McDonald accepting new patients?

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

Does Brendan McDonald accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Brendan McDonald online?

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What practice does Brendan McDonald work with?

Brendan McDonald works with Tsi-Ya Counseling Services.

What are common reasons for patients to see Brendan McDonald?

Brendan McDonald frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Brendan McDonald on their profile.