Elizabeth Brennan
Compassionate clinical social worker blending creativity and evidence-based care
LMSW Michigan
- Experience
- 8 years in practice
- Focus areas
- LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Brennan is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with eight years of clinical experience.
Background and approach
She began her professional path in public mental health across a range of roles including direct care, assessment, case management, and therapy, and she brings that breadth of background to her current practice. Her work integrates creative interests developed during earlier community art and development volunteer projects alongside clinical skills honed through graduate training.
Elizabeth uses evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, mindfulness practices, and a client-centered stance to support people navigating depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, and relationship and intimacy challenges.
She also focuses on issues including body image, chronic pain and somatic concerns, neurodiversity-related family supports, LGBT-related matters, grief, parenting stress, and attention-related concerns. Clients can expect a patient, respectful presence that emphasizes self-understanding, creativity, and practical tools for coping and growth.
Outside of therapy Elizabeth enjoys pottery, watercolor, cooking, gardening and fermentation projects, and she often draws on creative expression as a complementary part of healing and self-exploration.
Online Work Integrating Skills and Mindfulness
Elizabeth commonly draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to structure online work. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday coping challenges. DBT provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help manage intense emotions and improve relationships.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to explore goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, then adapt methods and pace so the plan feels workable and relevant to each person’s needs.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to enhance accessibility and fit varied schedules. These formats can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to access consistent support from a licensed professional without travel, helping clients integrate therapeutic tools into daily life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Elizabeth work with?
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
What is her professional background and experience?
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Does she offer services in any languages or to international clients?
What session formats are available for working with her?
How are fees and subscription handled?
What steps are required to begin therapy with her?
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English