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Brenda Perea, LCSW
Colorado
LCSW - Anxiety and Trauma focused
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Speaks English and Spanish
About Brenda
Brenda Perea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Colorado with 33 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting challenges, depression, trauma and abuse, and career concerns. Brenda also supports those dealing with grief, addiction, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes.
She uses straightforward, skills-based work to help people notice thoughts and habits that make problems worse. Brenda draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try new responses. She also uses client-centered methods and mindfulness to help people regulate strong emotions and stay present.
In sessions she mixes practical skills and short-term problem solving. That can include setting small goals, practicing new ways of responding, and building routines that reduce stress. Brenda uses elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation and EMDR when trauma work is appropriate.
She speaks English and Spanish, and accepts international clients. Her approach is collaborative - she helps clients choose which strategies to try and adjusts based on what works. Sessions are organized and goal-focused rather than long, open-ended talk.
People who prefer direct, structured support for clear problems often report the fastest progress. Parents reading this should expect concrete tools for day-to-day challenges like managing anger, parenting strain, jealousy, seasonal mood shifts, and discrimination-related stress.
How Brenda uses structured approaches for online work
Brenda commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy which focuses on listening and building a working relationship so clients can set their own goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used for managing strong emotions and learning practical coping skills like distress tolerance and emotion regulation.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Brenda discusses goals and preferences and recommends methods based on what the client wants to change. She adjusts plans as progress is made and tries methods that fit the person’s needs.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online appointments help fit therapy into busy days by reducing travel time, making it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, or allowing sessions during a lunch break or between errands. Online work can also make it simpler to practice skills in real-life settings and to follow up with brief progress check-ins.
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Experience
33+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, bipolar disorder, anger, self-esteem, career issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include jealousy, multicultural concerns, phobias, prejudice and discrimination, SAD, and sexual assault and abuse.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, skills-based style that focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and trying different responses. Work is structured and goal-oriented with exercises and short-term strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 33 years of experience as a licensed psychotherapist working with a wide range of concerns including trauma, mood, and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Colorado and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. She also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether remote or in-person formats are used.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the provided booking flow.
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