- Trauma-informed care
- Solution-focused steps
- Support for LGBTQ issues
About Brian
Brian Flynn is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience. He focuses on issues like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and men's wellbeing. He also helps people facing relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, and the emotional effects of disasters and first responder work.
Brian uses a solution-focused, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach. He listens first and asks what the person wants to change. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, with steps you can try between meetings.
He works with people affected by HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and sexuality-related questions. He also supports those coping with compassion fatigue and post-traumatic stress. LGBTQ-related issues are included in his practice when relevant to an individual's goals.
Brian aims for straightforward conversation about what matters to each person. He invites clients to describe their hopes and priorities, then helps map clear steps toward those goals. The focus is on small, doable changes that build over time.
He practices in New York and conducts work in English. If you want to explore whether his style fits you, start by describing the problem and the outcome you hope for. Brian will help you identify an approach that matches your needs and preferences.
How Brian’s approaches translate to online therapy
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of talking that helps people clarify their goals and find motivation to change. It is useful for decisions about lifestyle, relationships, and recovery from difficult patterns.Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes brief, practical steps. Conversations focus on what is working, what a small next step might be, and how to build on that progress. This approach is often helpful for people who want concrete strategies and short-term goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Brian will work with each person to choose which methods suit their goals and preferences. That collaboration includes checking in regularly and adjusting strategies as needs change.
Session logistics and formats are not specified here, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals often use these advantages to help people maintain consistency and build momentum toward their goals.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Brian commonly help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, and men's wellbeing. Additional areas include first responder issues, HIV/AIDS, end-of-life concerns, and coping after disasters.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is solution-focused, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. Sessions emphasize listening, setting clear goals, and trying practical steps between meetings.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has 20 years of post-graduate clinical social work experience supporting people through trauma, grief, and a range of emotional concerns. He has worked with issues affecting LGBTQ-identifying people and first responders.
Where does Brian practice and what are his credentials?
He practices in New York and holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided through the platform during sign-up.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process matches your needs and sets an initial appointment.