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Brenda Canales, LCSW

Compassionate, bilingual therapy tailored to your goals
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Addiction coping strategies
  • Self esteem and motivation

About Brenda Canales

Brenda Canales is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 7 years of professional experience supporting people through stress and anxiety, addiction-related concerns, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence issues, and depression. She approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to create a space where clients feel understood and supported as they work toward meaningful change.

Her style is collaborative and individualized, tailoring both the conversation and the treatment plan to fit each person’s unique needs and goals. Brenda recognizes that reaching out for help can take courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or unfulfilling, and she focuses on steady, practical support throughout the therapeutic process.

Brenda also provides therapy in Spanish (Se habla español).

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Brenda Canales have?

Brenda Canales has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Brenda Canales a licensed therapist?

Yes. Brenda Canales is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her licenses include VA LCSW 0904017665 and FL LCSW SW20229.

In which languages does Brenda Canales provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Brenda Canales located?

Brenda Canales is located in Florida.

How can I work with Brenda Canales as my therapist?

You can work with Brenda Canales through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brenda Canales work with international clients?

No. Brenda Canales does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brenda Canales cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Care

In online therapy, Brenda Canales draws on evidence-informed approaches that can be practiced in everyday life between sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new ways of responding, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and confidence concerns.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building psychological flexibility by making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. This approach can support clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled off course by worry, cravings, or self-criticism. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, nonjudgmental style that helps clients explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, often helpful when working through addiction-related concerns or when goals feel hard to start or sustain.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Brenda works collaboratively with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then adjusts the pace and focus to fit what is most helpful over time.

Online therapy also makes support more accessible and flexible. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get consistent help that fits busy schedules and real-life demands.

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