R. Brian Pippinger is the owner and primary therapist at Level Wellness, LLC. Brian brings years of professional experience in a variety of settings with a multitude of populations including children, adolescents currently on probation with the Department of Juvenile Justice, adult men with persistent and severe mental illness, at-risk women and families, domestic violence and trauma survivors, LGBT youth in foster care as well as individuals dealing with substance abuse concerns. Brian holds a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology with a Specialization in Counseling from Walden University, a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Florida State University Brian utilizes a Cognitive-Behavior Therapy and Person Centered approach to therapy, as both are empirically proven to provide a pathway toward personal growth and healing. Both approaches allow for a collaborative treatment modality. Brian finds this approach effective to help client's engage in their work more fully. Brian is a Florida native and lives in St. Petersburg, FL with his partner Greg, 4 dogs (Holly, Maslow, Kinsey & Pavlov), rabbit (Booker), and 9 chickens. Brian's philosophy about therapy- "Therapy is about helping people do their work...without judgement. Therapy is your time to let it out, be your authentic self and achieve your goals. Humor and laughter are sometimes the best medicine, and I use both often!"