Therapist profile
Natalie Branda, LPC
Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Texas / 83438
- NPI1245960780
- Experience6 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- CBT and DBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Goal focused work
About Natalie
Natalie Branda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, grief, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, and related challenges. Natalie also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, eating and body-image issues, and struggles like guilt, shame, impulsivity, and isolation.
Natalie uses a person-centered approach in sessions. She treats clients as the experts in their lives and collaborates on goals. She blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with mindfulness techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that get in the way.
Sessions involve practical skill-building and psychoeducation. She helps clients develop coping strategies, manage strong emotions such as anger, and practice mindfulness to reduce reactivity. Work often includes identifying thought patterns, testing them, and trying small behavior changes to see what helps.
Natalie conducts intake work that gathers background, medical and medication details, and history of trauma when relevant. She asks for proof of identification before beginning treatment as part of standard ethical procedures. She communicates with clients by message and checks messages during set weekday hours.
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. Clients can expect clear goal-setting, strategies to manage impulses and stress, and steady support for building more consistent habits and better emotional regulation.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful, collaborative relationship so clients guide what matters most. It helps when someone wants practical help sorting values, goals, and what they want to change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches people to spot and test unhelpful thoughts and then try different behaviors. It is useful for anger, anxiety, panic, and mood problems because it targets the thoughts and actions that maintain distress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills help with impulsivity, strong reactions, and communication problems.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit, and adjust strategies based on what is helpful. Clients and the therapist decide together which tools to keep using.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as specific delivery options are not listed in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, shorten commute time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Different formats can suit quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth needs, or a preference for audio over video. Ask about available session types when you schedule to match the format to your needs.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with adults experiencing anger that shows up as snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, or struggles with impulse control.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Natalie uses a person-centered style combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Sessions are collaborative and focused on practical skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working with diverse adult clients on issues like anxiety, trauma, addiction, and mood concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices with that credential in Texas.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats on file.
How are costs or payment handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the brief matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to start the intake process and consent paperwork.
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