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Brian Hunt, LISW

Recovery-focused LISW for stress and addictions
  • Addiction and recovery support
  • CBT and DBT methods
  • Ohio LISW therapist

About Brian Hunt

Brian Hunt is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, trauma, and life changes. He brings extensive experience in mental health and addiction treatment and has worked with people facing chronic illness as well as those seeking brief counseling. Brian emphasizes a strengths-based view of recovery - holding the belief that individuals have the capacity to recover when they choose to do so.

His style centers on support, active listening, and practical problem solving to help clients move toward their goals. He encourages mindful attention to daily life and helps clients build skills to manage emotions and relationships one day at a time. Drawing on techniques from cognitive and behavioral approaches as well as mindfulness and motivational strategies, he adapts methods to fit each person’s needs.

Brian speaks from personal experience in recovery from addiction and uses that lived perspective to be an engaged ally to those seeking help. As an LISW - a Licensed Independent Social Worker - he combines clinical training with real-world understanding to collaborate with clients on a sustainable path forward.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Brian Hunt have?

Brian Hunt has 15 years of experience in the mental health and addictions field.

Is Brian Hunt a licensed therapist?

Yes. Brian Hunt holds the LISW credential. License details: OH LISW I.0007823-SUPV.

In which languages does Brian Hunt provide therapy?

Brian Hunt provides therapy in English.

Where is Brian Hunt located?

Brian Hunt is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Brian Hunt as my therapist?

Clients can work with Brian Hunt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brian Hunt work with international clients?

Brian Hunt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brian Hunt cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a client with the therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Brian Hunt commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skill-focused, often useful for anxiety, depression, and managing everyday stressors. He also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - skills that can be helpful for intense moods, relationship challenges, and coping with strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Brian works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for each person.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive support from home or other convenient locations. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to deliver focused, skills-based work and ongoing support tailored to each client.

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