Brenda Sanders, LMSW
Experienced Michigan LMSW for trauma and recovery
- Trauma and addiction support
- Family and relationship care
- Child and adult services
About Brenda Sanders
Brenda Sanders brings practical experience and steady empathy to her work as a licensed social work professional in Michigan. She focuses on helping individuals and families navigate stressors such as anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family challenges, and a broad range of other concerns including eating and sleeping issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
Her clinical background includes an Associate Degree in Science from Wayne County Community District College, a Bachelor Degree in Family Community Services from Sienna Heights University, and a Master Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University. She also holds certification as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and has specialized training in gerontology. Additional professional training includes Trauma Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. She holds the LMSW credential, which indicates a licensed social work practice at the master level.
Over the course of 6 years she has worked across diverse treatment settings, including adult homeless programs, returning citizen programs, substance use treatment facilities, an agency serving autistic children, and both adult and child outpatient mental health programs. She has experience with children and adolescents on issues such as ADHD, autism, conduct disorder, post-traumatic stress, developmental delays, various types of abuse and neglect, dysfunctional family dynamics, and mood disorders. Her adult practice has included work with substance use disorders, mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, personality and psychotic disorders, and attention-related concerns.
Brenda emphasizes practical, collaborative work and offers support and guidance for those ready to pursue change. She is accepting clients in Michigan and provides care informed by years of hands-on experience and ongoing training.
Her clinical background includes an Associate Degree in Science from Wayne County Community District College, a Bachelor Degree in Family Community Services from Sienna Heights University, and a Master Degree in Social Work from Wayne State University. She also holds certification as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and has specialized training in gerontology. Additional professional training includes Trauma Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. She holds the LMSW credential, which indicates a licensed social work practice at the master level.
Over the course of 6 years she has worked across diverse treatment settings, including adult homeless programs, returning citizen programs, substance use treatment facilities, an agency serving autistic children, and both adult and child outpatient mental health programs. She has experience with children and adolescents on issues such as ADHD, autism, conduct disorder, post-traumatic stress, developmental delays, various types of abuse and neglect, dysfunctional family dynamics, and mood disorders. Her adult practice has included work with substance use disorders, mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, personality and psychotic disorders, and attention-related concerns.
Brenda emphasizes practical, collaborative work and offers support and guidance for those ready to pursue change. She is accepting clients in Michigan and provides care informed by years of hands-on experience and ongoing training.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disaster
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brenda Sanders have?
Brenda Sanders has 6 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Brenda Sanders a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. LMSW indicates a licensed master level social work credential and she is licensed in Michigan as listed by MI LMSW 6801106592.
In which languages does Brenda Sanders provide therapy?
Brenda provides therapy in English.
Where is Brenda Sanders located?
Brenda is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Brenda Sanders as my therapist?
You can work with Brenda Sanders through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brenda Sanders work with international clients?
Brenda Sanders does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brenda Sanders 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
Brenda often draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach helps people understand connection and repair in close relationships and can be useful for attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and intimacy-related problems.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the conversation and the therapist offers empathy and support - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and working through life changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another common tool in her work. CBT helps identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and many coping challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Brenda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Brenda is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals without the need to travel, and they allow clients to choose the format that best matches their routine and therapeutic goals.