Terry Brewer, LCSW
Relationship-centered LCSW for addictions and families
- Addictions recovery focus
- Family and parenting
- Trauma and mood support
About Terry Brewer
Terry Brewer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Indiana with 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families across residential facilities, correctional settings, and both in-person and online formats. He focuses on addictions, family reunification, mood disorders, trauma, relationship and parenting concerns, and a broad range of life changes that include divorce, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and issues related to attachment and abandonment. His clinical work also addresses anger, self-esteem, intimacy-related issues, and men's concerns, with added experience supporting fatherhood issues and recovery from substance use.
His therapeutic style is relationship-centered, straightforward, validating, and occasionally challenging, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Motivational Interviewing to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs. He emphasizes respect, autonomy, and empathy, and avoids approaches based on criticism or shame. Since 2013 he has held licensure in Indiana and describes his role as helping individuals and families find restoration and hope by developing values-based identities beyond their circumstances.
Terry maintains specific hours for live phone and video sessions and asks that prospective clients confirm that his weekly availability aligns with their needs before starting. He works a separate full-time job Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and responds at least daily through messaging for clients who reach out. He is a husband and father of two daughters and brings personal commitment alongside clinical experience to his work.
His therapeutic style is relationship-centered, straightforward, validating, and occasionally challenging, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Motivational Interviewing to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs. He emphasizes respect, autonomy, and empathy, and avoids approaches based on criticism or shame. Since 2013 he has held licensure in Indiana and describes his role as helping individuals and families find restoration and hope by developing values-based identities beyond their circumstances.
Terry maintains specific hours for live phone and video sessions and asks that prospective clients confirm that his weekly availability aligns with their needs before starting. He works a separate full-time job Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and responds at least daily through messaging for clients who reach out. He is a husband and father of two daughters and brings personal commitment alongside clinical experience to his work.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Terry Brewer have?
Terry Brewer has 15 years of experience providing counseling and related services.
Is Terry Brewer a licensed therapist?
Yes, Terry Brewer holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IN LCSW 34008681A.
In which languages does Terry Brewer provide therapy?
Terry Brewer provides therapy in English.
Where is Terry Brewer located?
Terry Brewer is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Terry Brewer as my therapist?
You can work with Terry Brewer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Terry Brewer work with international clients?
Yes, Terry Brewer works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Terry Brewer 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
Terry Brewer draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to shape online work in ways that meet a variety of concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the client’s values and goals guide the work, helping with issues like relationships, parenting, and self-esteem. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and many mood or stress-related problems. DBT combines skills-based strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it a practical option for managing intense emotions, anger, and relational conflict.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Terry will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then recommend or combine techniques that best fit the situation, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, or health needs. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, schedule sessions around busy routines, and use shorter or more frequent messaging for ongoing support, while still allowing for full sessions when deeper exploration is needed.