Brandi Ellis, LMFT
California LMFT for anxiety and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Coping with depression
About Brandi Ellis
Brandi Ellis is licensed in California and brings 10 years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) she applies training in working with individuals, couples, and families to create tailored support that honors each person's circumstances and goals.
Brandi centers the client's own knowledge of their life story, treating that lived experience as a key resource in the therapeutic process. She focuses on building practical coping skills, improving communication in relationships, and identifying strengths that can be used to address persistent worries or low mood.
Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Brandi recognizes and affirms that step. Her approach aims to be collaborative and respectful, helping clients move from feeling stuck toward clearer priorities and more manageable daily routines.
Brandi centers the client's own knowledge of their life story, treating that lived experience as a key resource in the therapeutic process. She focuses on building practical coping skills, improving communication in relationships, and identifying strengths that can be used to address persistent worries or low mood.
Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Brandi recognizes and affirms that step. Her approach aims to be collaborative and respectful, helping clients move from feeling stuck toward clearer priorities and more manageable daily routines.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brandi Ellis have?
Brandi Ellis has 12 years of experience as a mental health professional.
Is Brandi Ellis a licensed therapist?
Yes. Brandi Ellis holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are CA LMFT 53223.
In which languages does Brandi Ellis provide therapy?
Brandi Ellis provides therapy in English.
Where is Brandi Ellis located?
Brandi Ellis is located in California.
How can I work with Brandi Ellis as my therapist?
You can work with Brandi Ellis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brandi Ellis work with international clients?
Brandi Ellis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brandi Ellis cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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 Approaches and Online Care
Brandi Ellis uses a mix of evidence-informed approaches to match each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify personal values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life - an approach often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions.Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns affect current connections, emotions, and expectations. It can be especially useful for people working on intimacy-related issues, relationship conflicts, or the long-term effects of attachment wounds.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, teaching practical skills to reframe unhelpful thinking and modify patterns that maintain distress. This approach is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Brandi works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and specific concerns. She adapts interventions over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy can make that work more accessible. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can connect with licensed professionals from home or on the go, allowing greater scheduling flexibility and continuity of care while adapting therapy to everyday life.