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Michael A. Brennan

Psychotherapy Empty Cup Therapy
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction, Suicidal Ideation,

Introduction

I’m committed to the art of living, and to living what the ancient philosophers call the good life. I believe that we all have the capacity to live the good life - a dynamic, integrous, meaningful life. My goal as a therapist is to help you locate, cultivate, and then fully live your personal meaning. And meaning is found in both joy and suffering. I practice holding a perspective that encourages me to accept and appreciate what is—all of it—without judgement. I think it imperative to embrace what Ram Dass calls the "horrible beauty" —that is, the horror and beauty in all of life. My work as a therapist consistently brings me face to face with undeniable pain and suffering. Equally undeniable is the absolute beauty that I’m witness to on a regular basis. To ignore the suffering is negligence, and to disregard the beauty is reckless. I’m currently living in Colombia, with my 11-year-old son. Colombia’s a country that moves seamlessly between the horror and beauty in life. Quite extraordinarily, the warmth, fellowship, and vitality of the people belie their personal and national traumas. We can connect with our suffering to make positive change. On with the good life …

GENDER Male
RACE & ETHNICITY White, Hispanic/Latinx, Biracial/Multiracial

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Recovery
  • Altered State of Consciousness

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Taoist

Payment options Free intro call available

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  • 1 hour Psychotherapy Session $40 - $75

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Michael A. Brennan accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Michael A. Brennan is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Michael A. Brennan also offers a free consultation.
Does Michael A. Brennan offer telehealth appointments? Michael A. Brennan does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Michael A. Brennan specialize in? Michael A. Brennan specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Existential Crisis, Grief, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Military/Veteran's Issues, Mindfulness, Oppositional Defiance, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Substance Use, Suicidal Ideation, and Trauma.
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