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Brenda Hanson, LSCSW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Career difficulties Depression
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About me

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas with over 40 years in the field. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, career difficulties, addictions, depression, and related mental health challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Professional experience

41 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Career difficulties Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy

Services offered

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License information

KS LSCSW LSCSW 1607

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Brenda Hanson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Having been focused on my emotional health throughout my life, I have found therapy to be extremely beneficial. Finding the right therapist is the key and I can confidently say that Brenda Hanson is an example of finding the right therapist for me. She took the time to understand my background and therapy focus as I transitioned to her as my professional.

Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 2 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues

I’m impressed with Brenda’s ability to truly understand what I’m trying to convey. She listens attentively without interrupting and then asks thoughtful questions that guide me toward finding the solution.

Written on Sep 18, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I've met with Brenda on several occasions. She has always been helpful, friendly and concerned. She helps me help myself.

Written on Sep 14, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

I have been very happy with my experience and have recommended Better Help to my friends.

Written on Aug 07, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

While I’ve only had a few sessions with Brenda so far, I must say she is great!! She makes me feel very comfortable and she really listens well. 10/10

Written on Aug 05, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem

She is kind and caring. Truly listening to what I'm saying and offering advice on how to navigate issues I've struggled with for years.

Written on Aug 02, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem