- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- ACT and CBT techniques
- Geriatric and caregiver issues
About Bryan
Bryan Busse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 28 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, ADHD, compassion fatigue, parenting strains, family and relationship concerns, and coping with major life changes.
Bryan uses an eclectic mix of approaches to match the problem at hand. He often draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to clarify strong feelings and attachment patterns. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques when those fit the work. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps as well as understanding emotions and interaction patterns.
His background includes a master’s degree with honors in Counseling Psychology and early internships in substance abuse and school settings. That work led to practice with at-risk youth and later to clinical work involving traumatic brain injury, dementia, and pain management. Bryan trained in neurofeedback and biofeedback during that period and has experience in both clinical and private-practice settings.
Bryan combines clinical methods with a practical outlook shaped by a prior career in business and finance. He encourages honest conversations about goals, and he adjusts session frequency and methods as the work progresses.
How his approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and naming strong feelings and the patterns they create in relationships. It helps people recognize attachment-related reactions and practice new ways of connecting or responding. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches skills to notice thoughts and feelings without trying to eliminate them, while helping people move toward values-based action. These approaches are useful for anxiety, grief, relationship patterns, and coping with life changes.Bryan treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. He will talk with the client about goals, what feels most useful, and which methods to try first. Over time he adjusts techniques and session rhythm to match progress and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people continue work from different locations when life circumstances change. Licensed professionals, including therapists, use these formats to help clients work on emotions, coping skills, and relationship patterns without requiring an office visit.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, ADHD, compassion fatigue, relationship and family issues, parenting strains, and major life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an eclectic, practical approach that blends Emotionally-Focused Therapy with ACT and cognitive behavioral techniques to address emotions and behavior patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has 28 years of clinical experience, including work in substance abuse settings, schools, neuropsychology, memory care, and private practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT) practicing from California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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