Brendan Kearns, LCSW

he/him

Licensed in CA #110567

Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of CA

I help my clients to better understand and navigate their unique circumstances by offering a comfortable, safe, and empathic environment.

My Focus Areas

Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Immigration, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, OCD, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, Workplace Stress

My Therapy Style

With over 13 years of clinical experience as a therapist, adjunct professor, and supervisor in my field, I want to help clients better understand the often overwhelming experience of facing mental illness, stress, and unexpected changes that affect their sleep, anxiety levels, and mood. I help my clients to better understand and navigate their unique circumstances by offering a comfortable, safe, and empathic environment to explore strategies that allow them to regain confidence in their abilities to manage life’s challenges.

I look forward to hearing from you.

My Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Strengths-based

Education & Training

BSW - Social Work, University of Victoria

MSW - Clinical Social Work, University of Calgary

Get to Know Me

What are your interests outside of work?

Surfing, exercise and weight lifting, songwriting, rock climbing, guitar, traveling, and experiencing new cultures.

What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?

Surfing early in the morning, yoga, traveling, and writing.

How do you recharge?

Exercise and the outdoors.