Brenda Story, LCSW
she/her
Licensed in CA #64809
Insurances Accepted: Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth
My Focus Areas
My Therapy Style
I believe in meeting the client where they are at, building on their existing strengths while working on the issues that brought them into therapy. I use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution-Focus, Strength-base, and motivational interviewing to help clients build their autonomy and move toward a better life without the need for therapy.
My Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Strengths-based
Education & Training
MSW - Social Work, California State University, Bakersfield
Get to Know Me
Why did you become a mental health professional?
I became a mental health professional because I enjoy working with people and helping them find solutions to their problems and move forward in their recovery.
What are your interests outside of work?
Spending time with husband, children, and grandchildren.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
FaceTime my grandchildren, practice mindfulness, and I also love to spend time with my dogs.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
NAMI because they not only provide support and resources to the clients, but they are also there for their families.
