Brenda Reida , LPCC

Brenda Reida is a California-licensed LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) with 15 years of professional experience. She has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBTQ-related concerns, depression, and the challenges of life transitions, offering practical guidance and support.

Brenda approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that they bring strengths that can be used to overcome difficult challenges. She encourages clients to recognize those strengths and to use them as a foundation for change. Brenda acknowledges that reaching out for help takes courage and she is committed to supporting clients through that first step and the work that follows.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Brenda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to remote sessions. One common approach focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns so clients can respond to stress and anxiety with clearer strategies rather than reactive habits. Another set of interventions centers on addictions and related behaviors, building practical coping skills to manage urges, reduce harmful patterns, and support recovery. Brenda also emphasizes a strengths-based stance, helping clients recognize and draw on their existing resources when navigating life changes and difficult emotions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Brenda works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the work to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations while still receiving structured, evidence-informed care.