About Donald Brangan
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
EMDR
Culturally Sensitive
Existential
Identity
Gender
MaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Donald Brangan
With over 26 years of clinical experience, I provide thoughtful, grounded, and results-oriented care to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach is both compassionate and direct, creating a space where clients feel supported while also gaining clarity and direction.
I integrate evidence-based practices, including EMDR, to help clients move beyond simply managing symptoms and toward deeper, lasting healing. I believe therapy should be both insightful and practical—helping you understand patterns, process difficult experiences, and build the skills needed to navigate life with greater confidence and resilience.
My goal is to help you create meaningful change—not just in how you feel, but in how you experience and engage with your life.
I value a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and authenticity. Each person’s experience is unique, and I tailor treatment to meet your individual needs and goals, always working at a pace that feels safe and productive.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I bring both depth and perspective to the therapy process. I’m EMDR-certified, which means I’m trained in a highly effective, evidence-based approach for helping clients process trauma and reduce the emotional intensity of difficult experiences.
What this means for you is that our work goes beyond just talking about problems—we focus on helping your brain and body actually process and heal from what you’ve been carrying. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or past trauma, I tailor the approach to your needs, pace, and readiness.
Clients often appreciate that I balance warmth and compassion with clear direction and practical tools. I’ll meet you where you are, while also helping you move forward in a way that feels meaningful and lasting. You can expect a safe, respectful space, along with guidance rooted in years of experience helping people create real change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My work with clients is structured, collaborative, and tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. With over 26 years of clinical experience and EMDR certification, I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches to support meaningful and lasting change.
We typically begin with an initial phase focused on understanding your history, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve in therapy. This helps us create a clear, individualized plan that guides our work together.
From there, sessions are active and focused. Depending on your needs, we may explore patterns contributing to anxiety, depression, or trauma responses, while also incorporating practical tools and strategies you can use between sessions. When appropriate, EMDR may be used to help process and reduce the emotional impact of past experiences.
Throughout the process, we regularly check in on progress and adjust our approach as needed. My goal is to ensure therapy feels both supportive and purposeful—helping you gain insight, build resilience, and create lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Texas A&M University - Kingsville, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1518064831
How soon can I make an appointment with Donald Brangan?
Generally, Donald Brangan has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Donald Brangan's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Donald Brangan accepting new patients?
Donald Brangan generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Donald Brangan's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Donald Brangan accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Donald Brangan online?
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What practice does Donald Brangan work with?
Donald Brangan works with Balance Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Donald Brangan?
Donald Brangan frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Donald Brangan on their profile.
What languages does Donald Brangan speak?
Donald Brangan speaks English.