Elizabeth Brennan, LMSW
Creative, compassionate therapy for meaningful change
- Trauma and anxiety support
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Mindful coping skills
About Elizabeth Brennan
Elizabeth Brennan, LMSW, is a licensed social worker who supports people navigating life’s challenges with patience, warmth, and a steady, encouraging presence. With 8 years of experience in therapy and public mental health across a variety of settings, she brings a grounded understanding of how stress, symptoms, and everyday responsibilities can overlap, and how meaningful change often happens one step at a time.
Her work commonly focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, substance use and dependency, PTSD, OCD, body image, chronic pain, somatic concerns, and support for LGBTQ+ clients. She also has experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, as well as people living with intellectual, developmental, and learning differences. Elizabeth approaches therapy as a space to slow down, process what has been difficult, and build practical tools for coping and growth while honoring each person’s individuality and strengths.
Originally from San Diego, she moved to Michigan in 2007 to complete undergraduate study in Social Work and Fine Art, later relocating to Indiana and completing a master’s degree in 2017. Alongside her clinical work, she previously volunteered with a non-profit focused on art and community development from 2011 to 2015. Creativity remains an important value in her life and perspective, and she enjoys pottery and watercolor painting, along with cooking, gardening, fermenting kombucha and kimchi, caring for succulents, and traveling.
Her work commonly focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, substance use and dependency, PTSD, OCD, body image, chronic pain, somatic concerns, and support for LGBTQ+ clients. She also has experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, as well as people living with intellectual, developmental, and learning differences. Elizabeth approaches therapy as a space to slow down, process what has been difficult, and build practical tools for coping and growth while honoring each person’s individuality and strengths.
Originally from San Diego, she moved to Michigan in 2007 to complete undergraduate study in Social Work and Fine Art, later relocating to Indiana and completing a master’s degree in 2017. Alongside her clinical work, she previously volunteered with a non-profit focused on art and community development from 2011 to 2015. Creativity remains an important value in her life and perspective, and she enjoys pottery and watercolor painting, along with cooking, gardening, fermenting kombucha and kimchi, caring for succulents, and traveling.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Elizabeth Brennan have?
Elizabeth Brennan has 8 years of experience.
Is Elizabeth Brennan a licensed therapist?
Yes. Elizabeth Brennan is licensed in Michigan as an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), license number MI LMSW 6801110805.
In which languages does Elizabeth Brennan provide therapy?
Elizabeth Brennan provides therapy in English.
Where is Elizabeth Brennan located?
Elizabeth Brennan is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Elizabeth Brennan as my therapist?
You can work with Elizabeth Brennan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Elizabeth Brennan work with international clients?
No. Elizabeth Brennan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elizabeth Brennan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 pricing and 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 to help 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.
Online therapy with evidence-based tools and a client-centered focus
Elizabeth Brennan integrates approaches that are practical, supportive, and tailored to each person. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a steady, respectful partnership where clients can talk openly, feel understood, and move at a pace that fits. It can be especially helpful when someone wants space to process stress, identity questions, relationships, or major life changes.She also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps connect thoughts, emotions, and actions. CBT often focuses on noticing patterns that keep people stuck and building realistic strategies to respond differently, which many clients find useful for anxiety, depression, and everyday coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills may also be incorporated, offering structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication when feelings are intense or situations feel overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Elizabeth collaborates with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the focus over time so therapy stays relevant and workable.
Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support in a format that fits real life. Sessions may take place through video calls or phone, with the option of live chat or text-based messaging to stay connected between sessions and maintain momentum.